- Purchasing Assistant

At a glance

Job title: Purchasing Assistant
Ref.: 24-55-P-ADM-PCS
Contract type: Permanent contract
Publication start on Intranet: 05/09/2024

Context & Job description

In a team of 10 people and under the supervision of the Head of Procurement and Contracts service, you will carry out the administrative and technical tasks associated with purchasing activities.

Your main missions will be the following:

Process of Purchase Requests
Supplier data entry and follow up
Preparation and follow up on quotation requests for indirect purchases
Negotiation with suppliers on commercial conditions for small value orders
Process and follow-up of purchase orders
Ensure support to the Engineers and technicians in the purchasing process

Expected profile

Technical degree (BSc, Licence, HND, HNC, BTS, DUT, Bachelor, Meister, Vordiplom, Perito, Laurea Triennale, Diplomatura, Ingenieria Técnica or equivalent) in purchasing, international business or business administration
Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a similar position
Organised, versatile, rigorous and good communication skills)
Good interpersonal skills and team spirit are also required in order to work effectively in an international multicultural environment
Proficiency in English (working language at the ESRF)

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