Purchasing Assistant
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Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Purchasing Assistant (Fenestration Industry)
Location: Basildon Essex
Key Responsibilities:
Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships with
suppliers within the fenestration industry to ensure smooth procurement operations and timely
issue resolution.
Procurement Documentation: Maintain accurate and uptodate purchasing records supplier
databases and procurement contracts with a focus on products and services related to windows
doors and glazing systems.
Supplier Performance Monitoring: Track and assess supplier performance against Service
Level Agreements (SLAs) ensuring reliable delivery and service quality for fenestration materials
and components.
Order Management: Monitor overdue orders and returns specific to fenestration products
collaborating with suppliers and internal departments to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
Customer Support (Seasonal/Peak Periods): Provide customer service support during busy
periods or holidays addressing product inquiries and ensuring a positive experience for customers
in the fenestration sector.
Communication Handling: Manage inbound communications from suppliers and customers
responding to queries and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
ProblemSolving: Ability to quickly identify procurement issues and implement effective
solutions within the context of the fenestration industry.
Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy when managing technical specifications product
details and supplier documentation.
Fenestration Knowledge: Familiarity with industryspecific materials standards and
terminology is preferred and highly beneficial.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel Word Outlook) to
manage procurement workflows and communication.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for professional
interaction with industry suppliers customers and team members.
Organizational Abilities: Ability to manage multiple tasks prioritize effectively and work
efficiently in a fastpaced productspecific environment.
Preferred Experience:
Prior experience in a purchasing or procurement role ideally within the fenestration or
construction supply industry.
Working knowledge of fenestration systems including windows doors curtain walls and glazing
components.
Employment Type
Full-Time
