Procurement Advisor

• Ensure 100% bill of materials accuracy
• Manage MRP system to maintain stock levels
• Liaise daily with suppliers to validate loading and report discrepancies
• Regularly communicate with suppliers to address raw material availability and escalate issues
• Send orders to suppliers on time, aligned with category requirements
• Coordinate with Demand Planning and Produce Supply Teams on sales forecasts
• Ensure site lorry boards are accurate and planned
• Manage depot splits and liaise with external packers
• Work with site planners on stock rotation and resolve issues
• Oversee direct deliveries with European Logistics Team for cost-effective routes
• Perform administrative tasks to keep system information accurate
• Review supplier metrics and escalate issues
• Communicate inbound concerns and suggest solutions
• Support buying with programme creation, data analysis, and supplier reviews
• Ensure on-time, in-full deliveries of raw materials, finished goods, and returnable assets

• Proficiency in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
• Previous experience in planning within a fast-paced environment
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication abilities
• Capacity for quick adaptation
• Strong team collaboration skills
• Superior analytical capabilities
• Aptitude for prioritising tasks effectively
• Commitment to expanding knowledge
• GCSE or equivalent qualification in Mathematics

Proficiency in a second language is advantageous

• 15% Asda In-store Discount
• 33 days Annual Leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life Assurance - 4 x annual base salary
• Help@hand - Free health and wellbeing support service
• Grocery Aid - emotional, practical, and financial support services
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Asda Mobile Discount - 30% off
• Discounted health assessments
• Asda Pet Insurance discount – Up to 10% Discount
• Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) - fee-free advice
• Exclusive Exchange Rates via Asda Money
• Ride-to-work scheme
• Care Concierge - Legal & General’s Care Concierge resource