CR Smith is a dynamic manufacturing and installation organisation of custom windows, doors, living space products and repair services. We provide state of the art, thermal efficient products which are in higher demand than ever before.
Rated Excellent on Trust Pilot with over 5900 reviews and voted the best company in the UK in our sector by consumer champion Which. Service, quality and the customer experience is at the heart of everything we do.
Due to significant growth, we have exciting opportunities to join our Purchasing team as a Purchasing Assistant. Based in our Head Office in Dunfermline, this roles are full-time positions, Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5pm.
You will be part of a busy purchasing department and will play a key role in supporting procurement activities, expediting orders, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials, services, and bought-in products across the business.
The role involves liaising with suppliers, internal departments, and management teams to ensure orders are processed efficiently and delivery schedules are maintained.
We are looking for a confident communicator with excellent attention to detail who thrives in a fast-paced office environment. Candidates should possess strong organisational and administrative skills, be able to multitask effectively, and have good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
Your role will involve:
- Supporting daily purchasing and procurement activities
- Expediting purchase orders and following up on supplier deliveries
- Coding and pricing purchase orders accurately
- Approving invoices and resolving supplier queries
- Booking and coordinating deliveries
- Liaising with a range of internal departments to monitor material and service requirements
- Building strong working relationships with external suppliers
- Maintaining accurate purchasing records, data entry, and filing systems
This opportunity would suit someone who has completed Business or Administration qualifications at school or college, has previous experience in a purchasing or administrative role, or is looking to begin a career in procurement and supply chain.
Previous purchasing or procurement experience would be advantageous; however, full training and development will be provided for the right candidate. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within procurement, with opportunities for progression and additional subsidised external training and professional development.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dunfermline, Fife: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have excellent attention to detail and the ability to work in a faced paced environment
Experience:
- Administrative: 3 years (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
