Purchasing Administrator

New Appointments Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days inclusive of bank holidays,

Holiday purchase scheme

Employee Assist Programme

Annual bonus

Company events

Christmas shut down

Life insurance

Paid leave for charitable projects

Job summary

New Appointments Group seeks a detail‑led Purchasing Administrator in Ashford to manage purchase orders and stock levels. You will work closely with suppliers, internal sales teams and maintain accurate purchasing records.

This role requires strong administration skills, experience in a fast-paced environment, and proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm, salary up to £28,000.

Qualifications

• Strong background in administration with excellent organisation skills.
• Experience in a Supply Chain, Stock Control or Inventory would be advantageous.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Competent in using IT packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Place and track purchase orders with suppliers.
• Support with purchasing of stock to maintain required levels.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock records.
• Work closely with the internal sales teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Reconcile deliveries against purchase orders and identify discrepancies.
• Review stock reports to ensure minimum and maximum stock levels are maintained.
• Monitor stock levels and place or adjust orders when required.

Skills

Administration experience

Supply Chain experience

Stock control experience

Multitasking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Purchasing Administrator

Location: Ashford

Salary: up to £28,000

Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm

Benefits

• 33 days inclusive of bank holidays, increasing with service
• Holiday purchase scheme (criteria applies)
• Employee Assist Programme
• Annual bonus (criteria applies)
• Company events
• Christmas shut down
• Life insurance
• Paid leave for charitable projects

Key Responsibilities

• Place and track purchase orders with suppliers.
• Support with purchasing of stock to maintain required levels.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock records.
• Work closely with the internal sales teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Reconcile deliveries against purchase orders and identify any discrepancies.
• Review stock reports to ensure minimum and maximum stock levels are maintained.
• Monitor stock levels and place or adjust orders when required.

Experience and Skills Required

• Strong background in administration with excellent organisation skills
• Experience in a Supply Chain, Stock Control or Inventory would be advantageous
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships
• Competent in using IT packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail skills and a proactive approach to problem solving

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.