Location: Tyseley, Birmingham
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am - 5:00pm | Friday, 8:00am - 1:00pm
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Procurement Assistant to join a growing business operating within the industrial consumables, inventory management and supply chain solutions sector.

Working closely with the Procurement Manager, you will support purchasing, supplier management and stock control activities, ensuring products are sourced efficiently and customer demand is met. This is a fast-paced role that requires strong organisational skills, commercial awareness and the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams.

This is a critical hire, and we are specifically looking for someone seeking a long-term career opportunity. The business wants to invest in an individual who is committed to growing with the company and becoming a key member of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day procurement and purchasing activities.
• Manage replenishment demands through the ERP system.
• Monitor stock levels and maintain product availability.
• Raise and manage purchase orders.
• Obtain supplier acknowledgements and delivery updates.
• Chase outstanding orders and resolve supply issues.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times and availability.
• Work closely with sourcing and customer service teams.
• Maintain accurate procurement and supplier data.
• Monitor pricing variances and purchasing performance.
• Support inventory management and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) activities.
• Identify and escalate supply chain risks.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within Procurement, Purchasing, Buying or Supply Chain.
• Proven buying or purchasing experience.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365.
• Experience using ERP systems.
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of industrial products, consumables, manufacturing, engineering or distribution environments.
• Looking for a long-term career opportunity.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience using Acumatica ERP.
• CIPS qualification or working towards one.
• Experience within industrial, manufacturing, engineering, distribution or inventory management sectors.
• Knowledge of supplier management and stock control processes.

What's On Offer?

• Permanent opportunity with a growing business.
• Immediate start available.
• Face-to-face interview process.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Apply Now

If you have previous procurement, purchasing or buying experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing business in the industrial supply chain sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your updated CV for immediate consideration.