AT A GLANCE

We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant, to join our site here at Herbert Parkinson

Working pattern - Full Time vacancy - 38.75 hours per week

• Monday to Friday on site: 08:00-16.15

Salary range - The annual salary for this role starts at £25,200
Contract type - This is a permanent role

ESSENTIAL SKILLS YOU’LL NEED

• Previous Forecasting experience
• The ability to plan and prioritise - working towards critical paths (Launch of new product/Seasons), Providing updates and feedback to Buying Office and Stakeholders of new Product, launches, potential delays/stock issues and proposed resolution.
• Data-driven proficiency with a focus on achieving outcomes - Generate and manipulate data to provide insights into sales trends
• Effective communicator - written and verbal, dealing with variety of stakeholders both internal and external, overseas and within UK
• Experience in using Excel, formula creation and demonstrate formula knowledge

DESIRABLE SKILLS YOU COULD BRING

• Experienced user of Syscom ERP
• Experienced user of Boxi
• Skilled in negotiating such as cost pricing, delivery dates and mitigating issues where possible

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Partnership supports agile and flexible working practices, such as when, where and how we work. We have several different ways to work flexibly, including part-time, flexible or compressed hours, and job sharing. You’ll have the opportunity to discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview and, where it is operationally practicable, they’ll do all they can to accommodate your needs.
Please consider the following when making your application for this role:
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ABOUT THE ROLE

You also can view a copy of the full job outline here:-
External applicants- please view the attached job outline
Internal applicants- please use the link below

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Developing and maintaining customer, supplier and stakeholder relationships. You will be required to potentially visit Supplier visits, but will host weekly calls to provide updates and insights
• Ensure all required commercial terms are in place for new supplier relationships.
• Ensure that John Lewis Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing criteria are achieved to protect our business and brand.
• Review forecasts and ensure accurate processing of purchase orders raised in line with supplier lead time.
• Maintain agreed budgeted stock levels to achieve maximum availability and collating and reporting, in both verbal and written communication on KPI’S on a weekly basis.
• Responsible for accurate daily update of delivery information for fabrics that are currently out of stock.
• Ensure delivery documents are available for goods in the department to receive orders efficiently.
• Ensure rejected fabrics are dealt with promptly and the returns procedure is followed.
• Regularly meet with suppliers to review standards and conduct supplier appraisals.
• Follow Herbert Parkinson process for item setup and maintenance to achieve system accuracy.
• To support other areas within the department when required.
• Clear and constructive communication with customers, suppliers and service providers. - provide feedback, raising orders, target dates, products, expectations and SLA’s
• Develop, implement and continually improve communication between Herbert Parkinson and all stakeholder groups.
• Deliver all reporting & documentation in a timely manner ensuring accuracy.
• Share product knowledge for your area of responsibility with relevant stakeholders.

BENEFITS OF THE PARTNERSHIP AND THE ROLE

We believe in rewarding our Partners for their time and energy. After all, they’re the ones that make the John Lewis Partnership special. Benefits include:
Subsidised Meals
Free parking on site
Once you’ve been with us for three months, you’ll get Partnership discount in store and online. That’s 25% off in John Lewis & Partners (12% electrical products, some exclusions apply) and 20% in Waitrose & Partners. You’ll also be able to nominate someone you live with to share your discount.
Discounted cinema tickets & VIP suites with discounted tickets at the O2 arena
Discounted rates on holidays at the John Lewis Partnerships hotels, where only Partners and their guests can stay
Enhanced work life balance, including focus on well being and flexible working and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy
And much more! Find out more about our benefits here
https://www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits/