Purchasing Administration Assistant
Morplan is the number one supplier to the UK's retail and fashion industries and, with over 6,000 products featured in our catalogue and many more online, we aim to be the one stop shop for all our customers. We've been around for over 180 years, so we like to think we know a thing or two about how to best serve our customers.
From shop fittings and showcases to carrier bags, hangers and tickets, we offer retailers everything they need to run a successful retail business.
We are looking for a well-organised, proactive and commercially aware Purchasing Assistant to join our busy Purchasing team. You will work closely with Product Managers and suppliers to ensure our products are available when customers need them, while maintaining excellent supplier relationships and supporting an efficient supply chain.
What You'll Be Doing
· Raise and manage purchase orders using our ERP system.
· Monitor supplier deliveries and proactively resolve supply issues.
· Maintain stock availability using forecasting and replenishment reports.
· Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to provide delivery updates.
· Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing and supplier information.
· Support KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
What We're Looking For
· Excellent organisational and communication skills.
· Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.
· Confident using Microsoft Excel and Office.
· Able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
· SAP experience would be an advantage
· Positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
· Previous purchasing, procurement or supply chain experience is desirable but not essential.
Why Join Us?
- Friendly and supportive team
- Opportunity to develop a career in Purchasing and Supply Chain
- Varied role with real responsibility
- Training and development opportunities
- Work with suppliers and products from around the world
If you're organised, enjoy problem-solving and want to build a career in purchasing, we'd love to hear from you.
Due to the high volume of applicants, if you have had no response within 2 weeks, please assume you have not been short listed on this occasion.
The role is expected to start Mid-September, and the hours are 8.30 – 5.00 pm, Monday-Friday with potential hybrid working.
Pay: £24,785.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Harlow CM19 5FT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- administration: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
