Purchasing Assistant

Keeler Recruitment; Eye; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Purchasing Administrator for a key administrative role. The ideal candidate will manage procurement processes, ensuring accurate inventory flow and effective communication with internal departments and suppliers. This position offers a dynamic work environment, emphasizing independence and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, supply chain, or stock administration beneficial.
• Self-starter with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and stock flow of materials.
• Raise and manage purchase orders for materials.
• Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accurate inventory records.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Attention to Detail

Job description

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37.5 hours per week (Occasional Saturday)

33 days (25 contractual + 8 public holidays)

Our client is seeking a proactive Purchasing Administrator to support their purchasing operations. This is a key administrative role responsible for managing the procurement and stock flow of materials, ensuring seamless coordination with internal departments and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders for materials and supplies.
• Issue stock to internal teams and reconcile usage.
• Manage receipting and logging of deliveries.
• Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Provide holiday cover and administrative support to the Purchasing Manager as required.

Experience & Attributes:

• Highly self-motivated and capable of working independently within a small team.
• Previous experience in a purchasing, supply chain or stock administration role is beneficial.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with a positive and flexible approach to work.
• Comfortable liaising with multiple departments, including finance, planning, and senior management.
• Self-starter with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

For more information or to express interest, please call Amelia on 01603 851840 or send your C.V to [emailprotected]