Purchasing Assistant

US Network; Burnley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing national business in Burnley is seeking a proactive Purchasing Assistant to support their purchasing operations across the UK. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement, strong organisational skills, and be confident in building supplier relationships. The role offers a competitive salary of circa £35,000 and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to grow

Supportive working environment

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement support role.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build supplier relationships.
• Comfortable working with Excel and CRM systems.
• Team player with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Raising and processing purchase orders accurately.
• Liaising with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and best pricing.
• Monitoring inventory levels and assisting with stock forecasting.
• Resolving supplier queries and discrepancies.
• Supporting procurement reporting and data analysis.
• Assisting with sourcing new suppliers and evaluating performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Excel proficiency

Proactive approach

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your procurement career with a growing national business? We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven Purchasing Assistant to join our Burnley-based team and play a vital role in supporting our purchasing operations across the UK.

About The Role

As Purchasing Assistant, you'll work closely with the Operations Director and wider team. You'll liaise with suppliers, manage purchase orders, monitor stock levels, and help maintain strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Raising and processing purchase orders accurately and efficiently


• Liaising with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and best pricing


• Monitoring inventory levels and assisting with stock forecasting


• Resolving supplier queries and discrepancies in a timely manner


• Supporting procurement reporting and data analysis


• Assisting with sourcing new suppliers and evaluating supplier performance

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement support role


• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills


• Confident communicator with the ability to build supplier relationships


• Comfortable working with Excel and CRM systems


• A team player with a proactive and solutions-focused approach

What You'll Get In Return

• Competitive salary circa £35,000


• Opportunity to grow within a well-established national business


• Supportive and collaborative working environment


• On-site parking and other company benefits

If you're ready to be part of a fast-paced and supportive team where your contribution will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.