Job Description
The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for the procurement administration with effective sourcing to meet production needs and costing.
Job Responsibilities
- Assisting with the preparation of purchase orders and contracts
- Communicating with vendors to obtain quotes and negotiate prices
- Maintaining accurate records of purchases and inventory levels
- Coordinating with other departments to ensure timely and of goods and services
- Resolving any issues or discrepancies with orders or invoices
- Conducting market research to identify new suppliers and products
- Assisting with the development and implementation of purchasing policies and procedures
- Monitoring and analysing purchasing trends to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Providing administrative support to the purchasing department as needed
- Any other tasks or duties assigned by the Company
Job Requirements
- Min. 2 years of relevant experience in purchasing
- GCE ‘O level or equivalent
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software
- Knowledge of purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices
- Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with other departments
- Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and data entry
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise tasks effectively
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and process