Purchasing Administrator

Butler Rose Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Purchasing Administrator on the outskirts of Carlisle. The role involves managing purchasing processes, coordinating fleet requirements, and supporting general administration tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience in purchasing or administration, strong organizational skills, and be IT literate. Offering £13.80 per hour with an immediate start for a well-established organization.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, administration, or a similar role.
• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills.
• Able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the process for purchasing materials and supplies.
• Coordinate fleet requirements including repairs, MOTs, and servicing.
• Book equipment repairs and manage plant hire/off-hire processes.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT literate

Team player

Tools

Construct software

Job description

ADDITIONAL NEW ROLE - Temporary Purchasing Administrator

Location: Outskirts of Carlisle
Hours: 30-39 per week, Monday-Friday
Pay Rate: £13.80 per hour + holiday pay
Contract: Ongoing temporary assignment with an immediate start

About the Role

Butler Rose Cumbria is recruiting on behalf of our client based on the outskirts of Carlisle. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to join their team in a varied Purchasing Administration role.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the process for purchasing materials and supplies:

  • Receiving internal requests, checking prices against agreed lists, or negotiating prices with suppliers.

  • Raising purchase orders on Construct and dealing with related queries.

• Coordinating fleet requirements including repairs, MOTs, and servicing.

• Booking equipment repairs and managing plant hire/off-hire processes.

• Providing support to the wider team with purchasing and general administration tasks.

About You

• Previous experience in purchasing, administration, or a similar role.

• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills.

• Able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.

• IT literate with experience of purchase order systems (Construct experience desirable but not essential).

• Team player with a flexible approach.

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.80 + holiday pay (£28,000 per annum Equivalent)

• Monday-Friday (39 hours per week however 30 hours would be considered).

• Ongoing temporary contract with immediate start available.

• Opportunity to work for a well-established and supportive organisation

Apply today if you are available for an immediate start!

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.