Purchasing & Accounts Assistant

Ref: 576362

West Midlands, UK

£35,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Relocation Specialist
• ERP System Expert
• Operational Leadership

About the candidate

The candidate, with over two decades of experience, is highly adept in multiple aspects of operations management within the distribution, IT, and education supply sectors. Their extensive background includes critical roles such as Purchasing & Accounts Assistant, where they managed both purchasing processes and financial accountabilities using ERP systems. They have demonstrated exceptional adaptability by stepping into supply chain management roles and executing significant logistical projects, such as a substantial stock relocation to new warehousing facilities.

What makes them great?

• Operational Leadership: Managed a team of up to 13 personnel in customer service and procurement, effectively overseeing internal operations and excelling in team leadership.
• Strategic Relocations: Directed a major £800k stock move as part of company scaling efforts, ensuring seamless transition and operational continuity.
• System Implementations: Played a pivotal role in several system upgrades and migrations, including ERP systems essential for business operations.

Areas of expertise

• Inventory Management: Expert in stock control and optimisation, essential for reducing costs and improving efficiency.
• Procurement & Purchasing: Highly skilled in negotiating with suppliers, managing purchase orders and controlling costs.
• Financial Administration: Proficient in managing financial processes including invoicing, account operations, and financial reporting.
• ERP Systems Proficiency: Extensive experience with various ERP systems, illustrating capability in IT systems and processes related to business operations.