Junior Buyer / Purchasing Administrator

Workshop Recruitment; Andover; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Buyer / Purchasing Administrator in Andover. The role involves raising purchase orders, managing materials, and liaising with suppliers. Ideal candidates should have 1-2 years of purchasing experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers a salary of £30,000 per year along with benefits including holiday leave and on-site parking.

Benefits

21 days holiday + bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, or buying.
• Experience in an electrical wholesaler environment is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders accurately.
• Order and manage materials for ongoing projects.
• Coordinate timely deliveries with electricians.
• Liaise with suppliers to negotiate lead times.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and stock levels.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Junior Buyer / Purchasing Administrator

Job Description

We are seeking a Junior Buyer / Purchasing Administrator to join a busy team in Andover. This is a great opportunity for someone with purchasing experience or an electrical wholesaling background who is looking to develop their career in procurement.

Main Duties

• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and on time
• Order and manage materials for ongoing projects
• Coordinate with electricians in the field to ensure timely deliveries
• Liaise with suppliers and negotiate lead times where needed
• Work closely with internal teams to support smooth operations
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and stock levels

Skills and Knowledge

• 1–2 years’ purchasing, procurement, or buying experience or experience in an electrical wholesaler environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to prioritise and work well in a fast-paced environment

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: £30,000 per annum
• Hours: between 8:00am – 6:00pm – 40 hours
• 21 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive team environment with scope for progression

If you have purchasing experience or an electrical wholesaling background and are looking for your next career move, apply today!

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