Purchasing Assistant

Adecco; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a dynamic Purchasing Assistant to join a team in Bromley. The role involves supporting the Purchasing Manager through tasks like managing purchase orders, engaging with suppliers, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, a positive and organised approach, and proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems like Sage 200. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits including 31 days of annual leave and access to private medical insurance.

Benefits

31 days of holidays per year

Access to contributory pension plan

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Clear telephone manner is essential.
• Ability to thrive in a supportive environment.
• A keen eye for detail is necessary.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is advantageous.
• Initiative is important in team settings.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Purchasing Manager in various tasks.
• Receive purchase requisitions from departments.
• Raise Purchase Orders using ERP system.
• Monitor outstanding orders and check delivery status.
• Assist in supplier meetings and negotiations.
• Ensure accurate filing of invoices and purchase data.
• Help maintain a tidy purchasing department.

Skills

Exceptional Communication Skills

Positive Attitude

Organisational Skills

IT Proficiency

Proactive Team Player

Purchasing Experience

Tools

MS Office

Sage 200

Job description

Purchasing Assistant

Location: Bromley, Greater London

Salary: 23,000 - 26,000

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm

Start Date: January 2026

Our client, a leader in the engineering sector is on the lookout for a dynamic Purchasing Assistant to join their team in Bromley! If you have a passion for procurement and a keen eye for detail, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role:

As a Purchasing Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Purchasing Manager with a variety of tasks that keep our client's operations running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

Collaborating Across Departments: Receive purchase requisitions from various departments, including Manufacturing, Production, R&D, and Accounts.

Managing Purchase Orders: Raise Purchase Orders using the ERP system (Sage 200), monitor outstanding orders, and check delivery status.

Processing Orders: Keep an eye on Sage 200 MRP requirements and process orders accordingly.

Supplier Engagement: Assist in supplier meetings, including price and delivery negotiations when needed.

Maintaining Records: Ensure accurate filing of invoices and purchase data to support effective management reports in line with company QMS systems.

Organising the Office: Help maintain a tidy and efficient purchasing department.

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

Exceptional Communication Skills: A clear telephone manner is a must!

Positive Attitude: A "can do" mindset will help you thrive in our supportive environment.

Organisational Skills: A keen eye for detail and strong organisational abilities are essential.

IT Proficiency: Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is required, and experience with ERP systems like Sage 200 is a plus!

Proactive Team Player: While you'll work well with others, being able to take initiative is key.

Driving licence: A full UK driving licence is required.

Purchasing Experience: Previous experience in purchasing will be advantageous.

We Offer:

Holidays: Enjoy 31 days of holidays per year, including Bank Holidays (with 3 designated for the Christmas shutdown).

Benefits: Access to a contributory pension plan and private medical insurance after the qualifying period plus more.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career with a forward-thinking organisation, we want to hear from you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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