Procurement Assistant - Flexible Hours & Growth

Office Angels; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Yearly salary reviews

Regular performance reviews

Holiday benefits

Job summary

Office Angels has a current opening for an Assistant Buyer in Leicester. You will manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers and ensure smooth flow of goods. The role requires strong organisation, clear communication and attention to detail, with flexible working hours.

As an Equal Opportunities employer, Office Angels UK is committed to supporting a diverse workforce. This role offers a stable, full-time position with room for development and career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within procurement or purchasing.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with purchasing software and MS Office.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and best practices.
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, negotiate terms and address discrepancies.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet needs.
• Cultivate positive relationships with vendors to ensure timely deliveries.
• Maintain organised records of purchase orders, contracts and supplier agreements.
• Assist in negotiating prices and terms with suppliers.
• Monitor and report on purchasing costs, ensuring budget adherence.
• Collaborate with logistics and finance to ensure a seamless procurement process.
• Address and resolve issues related to orders, deliveries, or quality concerns.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in purchasing.

Skills

Procurement experience

Organisational skills

Communication & negotiation

Purchasing software

Procurement knowledge

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Angels has a current opening for an Assistant Buyer in Leicester. You will manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers and ensure smooth flow of goods. The role requires strong organisation, clear communication and attention to detail, with flexible working hours.

As an Equal Opportunities employer, Office Angels UK is committed to supporting a diverse workforce. This role offers a stable, full-time position with room for development and career progression.