Purchasing Clerk/Stock Controller

Temp-Perm
Competitive Pay
Fixed shifts


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.

Pay Rate: £15.38 - £17.94 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

Previous experience in purchasing, procurement or stock control is essential, with a strong focus on purchasing administration, supplier management and maintaining accurate stock records.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders with suppliers
  
  
• Liaise with suppliers regarding orders, pricing, availability and delivery times
  
  
• Maintain accurate supplier price lists
  
  
• Monitor stock levels and arrange replenishment when required
  
  
• Manage internal stock transfers
  
  
• Receive, check and store incoming goods
  
  
• Organise and track outgoing shipments
  
  
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock records using the company CRM/system
  
  
• Carry out regular stock checks and investigate discrepancies
  
  
• Identify and report damaged or missing stock
  
  
• Ensure products are correctly organised and stored
  
  
• Assist with general purchasing and stock administration
  
  
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams
  
  
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised working environment
  
  
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures
  
  

About You

Purchasing Clerk / Purchasing experience is highly desirable, with previous Stock Control experience essential.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, buying or stock control
  
  
• Experience raising and processing purchase orders
  
  
• Experience dealing with suppliers and managing supplier information
  
  
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
  
  
• Good IT and computer system skills
  
  
• The ability to maintain accurate records and identify discrepancies
  
  
• Excellent communication skills
  
  
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  
  
• A reliable, proactive and can-do attitude
  
  
• The ability to work in a busy environment and manage multiple tasks
  
  

The Role

• Job Title: Purchasing Clerk / Stock Controller
  
  
• Pay Rate: £15.38 -£17.94 per hour
  
  
• Job Type: Temp to Perm
  
  
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
  
  
• Location: Burton-on-Trent
  
  
• Experience: Purchasing and Stock Control experience essential
  
  
• Benefits: Company pension, free parking and private medical insurance
  
  

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!