Purchasing Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading B2B technology reseller seeks a detail-oriented Purchasing Administrator/Buyer to support their procurement team. This role involves managing purchase orders, supplier relationships, and associated administrative duties, ideal for proactive candidates eager to develop in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Background in purchasing or procurement preferred but not essential.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities are crucial.
• Communicative and proactive individuals are favored.

Responsibilities

• Create and track purchase orders and manage related documentation.
• Communicate with suppliers to handle inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in inventory management to prevent shortages or overstock.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

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Our client, a leading B2B technology reseller are looking for a detail-oriented and organisedPurchasing Administrator/Buyer to support their procurement team and ensure the efficient acquisition of goods and services. The ideal candidate will have excellent administrative skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you’re someone who enjoys managing multiple tasks and building strong supplier relationships, this role could be the perfect fit.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating and tracking purchase orders (POs), ensuring timely approval, and managing all related documentation. You’ll handle post-sale inquiries, including license requests and invoice-related concerns, to ensure customer satisfaction. Regular communication with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies or issues will be key, along with assisting with inventory orders to prevent shortages or overstocking. You will also manage the purchasing administration duties, including handling shared inboxes and distributing workload accordingly.

The ideal candidate will have a background in purchasing or procurement, but this is not essential and entry level candidates will be considered. Strong organisational, multitasking, and

communication skills are a must, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

If you’re proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a fast-growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you.