Purchasing Administrator

Trades Workforce Solutions; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company is seeking a Purchasing Administrator in Huntingdon. The ideal candidate will support purchasing and logistics operations by managing purchase orders, liaising with suppliers, and maintaining accurate internal systems. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft tools. This role offers 25 days of holidays, opportunities for growth and development, as well as life and health insurance.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Opportunities for growth & development

Life Insurance

Permanent Health Insurance

Qualifications

• Positive, flexible and proactive approach required.
• Experience in a purchasing or logistics environment necessary.
• Able to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders from creation through to delivery.
• Liaise with suppliers and freight forwarders to coordinate shipments.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and update internal systems.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job title: Purchasing Administrator

Location: Huntingdon

Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm

Salary: £27,000

We’re looking for a proactive and organised Purchasing Administrator to support our clients purchasing and logistics operations. You’ll play a key role in ensuring materials arrive on time, suppliers are communicated with effectively and our internal systems stay accurate and up to date.

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for growth & development
• Life Insurance & Permanent Health Insurance

What will you be doing in the purchasing administrator role?

• Raise and manage purchase orders from creation through to delivery
• Liaise with suppliers and freight forwarders to coordinate shipments
• Track inbound goods and keep internal teams updated
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and update spreadsheets and internal systems
• Support continuous improvement of processes and reporting
• Provide general administrative support and assist the Purchase Manager

What are we looking for?

• Positive, flexible and proactive approach
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Professional and confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Experience in a purchasing or logistics environment
• Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Willing to learn new systems and processes
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams

Please note that we will be interviewing for this role in January due to the Christmas break but we welcome applications now!