Temporary Purchasing Project Assistant

Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a successful international manufacturing business based in Norwich, for a Temporary Purchasing Project Assistant to support a key supply chain compliance project.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with strong administration and data management skills to join a busy Supply Chain team. The role will support the collection, validation and maintenance of supplier data to ensure compliance with import regulations and internal business requirements.

• Collect, validate and maintain supplier data, including country of origin and material content information.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to obtain and verify compliance-related information.
• Maintain accurate supplier and product records within company systems.
• Support compliance with import requirements and country-of-origin regulations.
• Work closely with colleagues across UK and international operations.
• Assist with the development and testing of business reports to support compliance and decision-making.
• Ensure tariff code and origin information is accurately maintained within business systems.
• Support internal audits and respond to compliance-related queries.
• Identify and resolve gaps or inconsistencies in supplier data.

• Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, supply chain or administrative support role.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational and data management skills.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines.

• Experience with in a manufacturing, engineering or distribution environment.
• Exposure to import/export, customs compliance or supplier data management.
• Experience supporting projects involving data collection, reporting or process improvement.

This is a full time, on site role with an immediate start necessary. This temporary assignment is expected to last around 6-9 months. On site parking is provided.

For more information, please contact Emily at Pure