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Purchasing Assistant
Design 911 —Hutton
- £28,089.10 - £33,000.00 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Merchandising
- ERP systems
- Profit sharing
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Purchasing Assistant

Design 911 -
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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£28,089.10 - £33,000.00 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Casual dress
Profit sharing
Health & wellbeing programme
Company pension
Company events
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Sourcing
Microsoft Excel
Merchandising
Supply chain
ERP systems
Logistics
Organisational skills
Purchasing
Communication skills
German
Negotiation

Full job description

Design911 is one of the UK’s leading independent Porsche specialists, supplying Genuine, OEM, and aftermarket Porsche parts worldwide. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Purchasing Assistant with automotive parts knowledge and previous experience purchasing or sourcing vehicle parts within the automotive aftermarket, motor factor, dealership, or automotive supply chain environment.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role suited to someone who understands automotive parts, supplier relationships, stock management, and the urgency required in a busy automotive business.

Responsibilities

Raise and process purchase orders for automotive parts and components.

Source and purchase Porsche and automotive aftermarket parts from suppliers.

Liaise daily with suppliers regarding pricing, stock availability, lead times, and urgent orders.

Track and chase outstanding purchase orders and supplier deliveries.

Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, and inventory records within internal systems.

Monitor stock levels and assist with replenishment planning to ensure product availability.

Resolve invoice discrepancies, delivery shortages, and supplier issues quickly and efficiently.

Work closely with sales, warehouse, and operations teams regarding urgent customer orders and stock requirements.

Obtain supplier quotations and compare pricing, lead times, and availability.

Monitor shipping updates and maintain accurate ETA records for incoming deliveries and containers.

Support the wider purchasing and supply chain team with day-to-day operational purchasing activities.

Requirements

Essential:

Previous experience purchasing or sourcing automotive parts.

Good knowledge of automotive parts, components, or aftermarket products.

Experience working within:

Automotive aftermarket

Motor factor

Vehicle parts department

Automotive purchasing

Automotive trade supply

Experience raising purchase orders and dealing with suppliers.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Confident communication skills, both written and verbal.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and purchasing systems.

Desirable:

Experience with Porsche, German vehicle brands, or performance vehicle parts.

Knowledge of inventory, stock control, or automotive logistics.

Experience with ERP or stock management systems.

Benefits

Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) with profit-sharing bonus scheme.

Career progression opportunities within a fast-growing automotive business.

Tiered holiday structure:

2 years – 1 extra day

4 years – 2 extra days

6 years – 3 extra days

8 years – 4 extra days

10 years – 5 extra days

15 years – 6 extra days

Free snacks and fruit on site weekly.

Company events and team socials.

Employee discount.

Company pension.

Health & wellbeing programme.

On-site parking.

Please only apply if you have previous automotive parts purchasing or automotive parts industry experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,089.10-£33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

Hutton CM13 1TG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Porsche, German vehicle brands, or performance vehicle parts: 1 year (required)
ERP or stock management systems: 2 years (required)
Inventory or stock control: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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