Purchasing Assistant

Dive into a Flow of Opportunity! Join Victorian Plumbing as a Purchasing Assistant!

Are you a whiz with spreadsheets, a master of organisation, and ready to make a splash in a fast-paced environment? At Victorian Plumbing, the UK’s leading online bathroom retailer, we’re looking for a dynamic Purchasing Assistant to join our growing team! If you’re ready to flush away the mundane and embrace a role where every day is a new adventure, then we want to hear from you!

Imagine being part of a team that keeps our supply chain running smoother than a well-installed shower! You’ll be the essential cog in our purchasing machine, ensuring everything flows seamlessly from supplier to customer. If you’re looking to drain away the boredom and pipe up your career, this is the perfect opportunity.

What you’ll be doing (the nitty-gritty):

• Supplier Superstar: You'll be the go-to person for our suppliers, managing deliveries, resolving issues (no leaks allowed!), and building Customer Purchase Orders (CPOs).
• Inventory Maestro: Keep our stock levels in tip-top condition! Update ETAs, chase suppliers for crucial information, and resolve any discrepancies with the grace of a seasoned plumber.
• Order Oracle: You'll ensure customer orders are fulfilled promptly, using dispatch notifications, emails, and supplier confirmations.
• Financial Fixer: Support our accounts team by tackling invoice errors and credit queries. You’ll be the sealant that keeps our finances watertight.
• Communication Champion: Be the friendly voice and helpful email responder for our Customer Service, Trade, and Resolutions teams. You’ll be the plumb line for information!
• Problem Solver Extraordinaire: You’ll tackle delivery errors and keep our reports as clean as a freshly scrubbed bathtub.

What you’ll bring to the bathroom (sorry, the team!):

• Proficiency with in-house systems (we’ll teach you the ropes!).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills – you’ll be able to tap into your inner communicator!
• Superb organisational and time management skills – you’ll manage your workload like a pro.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work efficiently – you’ll be a real faucet of initiative.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines – you’ll stay cool as a cold tap
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• Excellent literacy skills – you’ll write emails that are as clear as crystal-clear water.
• Strong problem-solving abilities – you’ll fix issues before they become a drain on our resources.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships – you’ll be the pipework that connects us all.