Purchasing and Supply Chain Assistant

Purchasing and Supply Chain Assistant | Lincoln | Full Time | Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm | £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Our client is a fast-growing designer, importer and distributor of premium cabinet hardware, serving the Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom (KBB) industry.

The Role

As a Purchasing and Supply Chain Assistant within the Procurement team, you’ll play an important role in the purchase of the products and services that keep the Formed Group operating successfully.

You’ll be part of a small, knowledgeable team that acts as a trusted partner to the wider business, helping to improve processes, manage risk and make smart commercial decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end purchase order process across UK, European and APAC suppliers, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and appropriate documentation
Conduct full stock reviews, placing primary and secondary orders to maintain optimal stock levels
Monitor supplier performance and build orders to meet MOQs, MOVs, and carriage paid thresholds
Act as the day-to-day contact for suppliers, managing routine commercial and operational dialogue
Manage inbound carriage arrangements and liaise with road, sea and air freight forwarders as required
Coordinate with the warehouse and operations team on inbound shipment planning and stock arrival
Track goods in transit and communicate arrival changes to Customer Service to manage customer orders effectively
Complete order administration tasks, inbox management and data entry
Maintain accurate purchasing records within the ERP system
Support the supplier performance review process, providing data and correspondence as required
Requirements

Essential

Previous procurement or supply chain experience in a product-based, import-led business
Confident managing supplier relationships across UK, European and/or APAC supply chains
Organised and methodical with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across departments and with external suppliers
Proficient with ERP or purchasing management systems and comfortable with Excel
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify solutions and make informed decisions
Proactive and positive attitude, with the curiosity and willingness to learn and develop within the role
Ability to work independently while contributing positively as part of a collaborative team
Desirable

KBB, furniture, or hardware experience
Experience using Orderwise ERP system
What’s In It For You

28 days per annum inclusive of statutory Bank Holidays
Supportive and team-focused work environment
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