Purchasing Assistant

Hays are delighted to be working with our global client, one of the world’s most successful premium manufacturers of cars, motorcycles, and provider of premium services. Our client demonstrates a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and product responsibility all the way from development to production. Their aim is to play a dynamic and innovative role in shaping the face of mobility. Our client highly values each and every person; their passion, commitment, uniqueness and contribution to shaping the future success of their business.Key ResponsibilitiesThe assistance provided will involve processing high-volume, quick turnover purchasing process tasks, using purchasing database systems, including SAP SRM, Portal-M and COUPA.To include, but not exhaustive: -Verify Supplier certificate management status – tracking and expiry monitoringRequest Supplier sustainability self-assessment questionnaires and onboard Suppliers onto B2B portalProcess low-value, high-volume purchase orders by following purchasing procedural instructionsSupport central purchasing functions with tender management assistance and document record keepingData input into purchasing task trackers and dashboards*Note: although in support of purchasing colleagues in Munich, all communication will be conducted in the English-language.Processes are established – the role is to undertake these tasks as instructed by the process documentation in a structured and consistent way.Qualifications/ExperienceEducated to GCSE/A-Level equivalentPrevious experience of working in an administrative, office-based roleEffective organisational and time management skillsProactive with offering support and ability to react quicklyAbility to multi-task and prioritise in a fast-paced environmentGood communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, TEAMS)English language skills required