Assistant Buyer

Adecco; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Assistant Buyer to join their dynamic team. This full-time role requires a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support procurement and project administration. Responsibilities include maintaining project trackers, coordinating workflows, and liaising with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have experience in procurement, proficiency in SAP, and strong organizational skills. Join a team focused on delivering high-profile projects and take the next step in your career.

Qualifications

• Experience in project administration or procurement coordination.
• Proficient in SAP (PRs/POs, GR, order tracking).
• Strong knowledge of RFQs and purchase processes.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain trackers and logs for accurate project reporting.
• Coordinate workflows, approvals, and communication across departments.
• Organise and manage project documentation to meet compliance standards.
• Track procurement activities, monitor orders, and liaise with suppliers.
• Expedite urgent orders and resolve discrepancies with teams.

Skills

Project administration

Procurement coordination

SAP

RFQs and purchase processes

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an experienced Assistant Buyer looking to join a dynamic team and play a key role in delivering high-profile projects? Adecco is proud to partner with a leading organisation in Liverpool seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support procurement and project administration.

Location: Liverpool

Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, contract (18 months)

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain trackers and logs for accurate project reporting.
• Coordinate workflows, approvals, and communication across departments.
• Organise and manage project documentation to meet compliance standards.
• Track procurement activities, monitor orders, and liaise with suppliers.
• Expedite urgent orders and resolve discrepancies with teams.
• Maintain structured document control for all project files.
• Verify delivery notes and certificates for audit compliance.
• Assist with monthly project reports and procurement status updates.
• Distribute updated documentation to stakeholders promptly.
• Coordinate site access, deliveries, and meetings for teams.
• Liaise with warehouse teams to confirm goods receipt and update SAP.
• Act as main contact for suppliers and internal teams on queries.
• Follow up on outstanding actions and deliveries.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in project administration or procurement coordination.
• Proficient in SAP (PRs/POs, GR, order tracking).
• Strong knowledge of RFQs and purchase processes.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

Ready to make a move?

Apply today and take the next step in your career with us! We can't wait to meet you!

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