Adzuna
Purchasing Assistant
Candidate Source
Birmingham, UK
£30,000 – £30,000
Full-time
about 1 month ago
If you're looking for a role where accuracy, organisation and coordination genuinely keep a business moving, this Purchasing Assistant oppor…
The Role
At HelloConnect, you will be part of a dynamic team that embraces innovation and leverages advanced technology to create exceptional experiences. Our culture is built on collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, develop your skills, and grow within a supportive environment that values diverse perspectives and experiences.
In this role, you will take on a key responsibility in managing a team of Purchasing Coordinators within our International Supply Chain Operations function. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of our purchase orders to suppliers across all European markets. Working closely with the local Supply Chain teams, and Procurement this role will supervise the generation and distribution of purchase orders, contributing to our ongoing efforts to drive business success and enhance customer satisfaction.
We’re looking for passionate individuals who can bring their unique skills and ideas to the table. Even if you don't meet every requirement but believe you’d excel in this role, we’d love to hear from you!
What you’ll do
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and optimize a team of Purchasing Coordinators handling pan-European purchasing operations across key categories (e.g., Protein, Grocery, Packaging).
Inbound Supply Chain: Manage end-to-end category operations, including supplier performance, forecasting, procurement, and delivery tracking.
KPI Accountability: Hold final accountability for critical metrics such as OTIF, waste mitigation, ASN compliance, and customer error reduction.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with international supply chain cluster teams to align on strategic initiatives and establish robust daily operational governance.
Risk Management & Reporting: Leverage data-driven reporting frameworks to proactively identify, escalate, and mitigate supply chain risks across Europe.
Resource Allocation: Review team cap
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£45,000 – £60,000 (Glassdoor, Levels.fyi, 2025)
If you're looking for a role where accuracy, organisation and coordination genuinely keep a business moving, this Purchasing Assistant oppor…