Purchasing and Supply Chain Administrator

Office Angels; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Free parking

Company Pension

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for progression

Job summary

Office Angels is looking for a talented Purchasing and Supply Chain Administrator in Bridgwater. This role involves liaising with suppliers and optimizing operations within a fast-paced environment.

With a competitive salary of circa £35,000 per annum, benefits include 24 days annual leave, pension, and support for career growth. Ideal candidates will possess strong IT, customer service skills, and experience driving efficiencies in supply chain management.

Qualifications

• Highly organised and proactive individual.
• Experience in purchasing and supply chain is advantageous.
• Ability to drive efficiency and communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with supply chain partners.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profit margins.
• Support and expand the supply chain network.

Skills

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Adaptable and quick to learn new systems

Proven experience in fast-paced environments

Creative and solution-oriented

Team player with independent working ability

Strong IT skills, good knowledge of Microsoft Office

Experience with import or European customers

Job description

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? We're looking for a highly organised and proactive individual to join our client as a Purchasing and Supply Chain Administrator. In this varied and hands on role, you'll be at the heart of the business, liaising with suppliers, supporting operations, and helping to drive efficiency across the supply chain. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With clear progression opportunities available, this role is ideal for someone ambitious, driven, and eager to grow into a future leadership position.

JOB TITLE: Purchasing and Supply Chain Administrator

LOCATION: Bridgwater, Somerset

SALARY: Circa £35,000 PA

HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:30am till 4:30pm

BENEFITS:

• 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Free parking
• Company Pension
• Supportive and collaborative team
• Forward‑thinking and rapidly growing business

A fantastic opportunity to join a thriving, forward‑thinking company in Bridgwater as a Purchasing and Supply Chain Administrator.

We're looking for a highly organised, motivated individual who's ready to make an impact and become an integral part of a friendly, collaborative team. In this role, you'll work closely with operations, logistics, fabrication, and customer service, gaining exposure across key areas of the business while helping to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. This is a fantastic opportunity and for the right candidate, there's clear potential to quickly progress into a management position, making this an exciting step for someone eager to develop their career within a supportive and progressive environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key supply chain partners, including suppliers and logistics providers, to improve communication, optimise lead times, ensure timely order fulfilment, and uphold high quality standards across all deliveries.
• Proactively identify cost‑saving opportunities and drive improved gross profit margins through effective procurement strategies, including better buying practices such as negotiating pricing, reviewing supplier performance, and analysing purchasing trends.
• Support the expansion and optimisation of the supply chain network by identifying and onboarding new suppliers, diversifying sourcing options, and improving supply chain resilience to meet business growth and operational demands.

Key Skills

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Adaptable and able to pick up new systems and process quickly and efficiently
• Proven experience working in a fast paced environment and working to deadlines
• Creative and solution orientated
• Team player with ability to work independently when required
• Strong IT skills with good knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages
• Experience within import or supporting European customers would be highly advantageous but not essential

Equal Opportunity Employer

Office Angels is an equal‑opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.