Purchasing Clerk/Stock Controller

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Temp-Perm</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Competitive Pay</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Fixed shifts</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Purchasing Clerk / Stock Controller to join their busy team in Burton-on-Trent.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay Rate: £15.38 - £17.94 per hour</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Previous experience in purchasing, procurement or stock control is essential, with a strong focus on purchasing administration, supplier management and maintaining accurate stock records.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Raise and process purchase orders with suppliers</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Liaise with suppliers regarding orders, pricing, availability and delivery times</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain accurate supplier price lists</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Monitor stock levels and arrange replenishment when required</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Manage internal stock transfers</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Receive, check and store incoming goods</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Organise and track outgoing shipments</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain accurate purchasing and stock records using the company CRM/system</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Carry out regular stock checks and investigate discrepancies</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Identify and report damaged or missing stock</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ensure products are correctly organised and stored</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Assist with general purchasing and stock administration</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain a clean, tidy and organised working environment</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Follow all relevant health and safety procedures</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">About You</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Purchasing Clerk / Purchasing experience is highly desirable, with previous Stock Control experience essential.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The ideal candidate will have:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, buying or stock control</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience raising and processing purchase orders</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience dealing with suppliers and managing supplier information</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good IT and computer system skills</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The ability to maintain accurate records and identify discrepancies</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Excellent communication skills</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The ability to work independently and as part of a team</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">A reliable, proactive and can-do attitude</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The ability to work in a busy environment and manage multiple tasks</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Title: Purchasing Clerk / Stock Controller</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay Rate: £15.38 -£17.94 per hour</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Type: Temp to Perm</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Burton-on-Trent</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience: Purchasing and Stock Control experience essential</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Benefits: Company pension, free parking and private medical insurance</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you have experience in Purchasing, Procurement or Stock Control and are looking for a long-term opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent position, apply today</p>