Purchasing & Admin Assistant - 3-6 Month Temp

Belmont Recruitment; Grove Green; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Housing seeks a proactive Team Assistant – Direct Services for a 3-6 month temporary contract, with potential extension or permanent placement for the right candidate. The role is based in Maidstone, Kent (ME14 5LH) and involves managing supplier orders and coordinating with internal teams.

The successful candidate will handle order discrepancies, maintain supplier records, and support cost-saving initiatives, with a negotiable rate based on experience.

Qualifications

• Places orders directly with suppliers.
• Liaises with internal teams regarding subcontracted works.
• Handles and resolves order or price discrepancies.
• Liaises with subcontractors for updates on works completion.
• Maintains and updates supplier records.

Responsibilities

• Track and amend orders as needed.
• Contact suppliers to resolve shortages, missed or late appointments.
• Review overdue orders and notify of delays.
• Assist with purchasing administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Order placement

Supplier liaison

Record maintenance

Cost saving

Administrative tasks

Job description

Southern Housing seeks a proactive Team Assistant – Direct Services for a 3-6 month temporary contract, with potential extension or permanent placement for the right candidate. The role is based in Maidstone, Kent (ME14 5LH) and involves managing supplier orders and coordinating with internal teams.

The successful candidate will handle order discrepancies, maintain supplier records, and support cost-saving initiatives, with a negotiable rate based on experience.