Purchasing Assistant

Pioneering People; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic IT group in Ringwood is seeking a Part-Time Purchasing Assistant to manage purchasing operations across multiple offices. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, experienced in a purchasing environment, and capable of communicating effectively with suppliers. Key responsibilities include managing purchase orders, verifying invoices, and monitoring stock levels. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary (£26k–£30k pro rata)

22 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata)

Training and CPD opportunities

Free parking on site

Free food

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a purchasing environment is essential.
• Ability to own the full purchasing cycle required.
• Confident communication with suppliers is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from start to finish.
• Verify supplier invoices against POs.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishments.

Skills

Purchasing cycle ownership

Supplier communication

Organizational skills

Data accuracy

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C / 4 or above)

Three additional GCSEs

Tools

MS Office

Digital tools

Job description

Part-Time Purchasing Assistant – Immediate Start!

Ringwood, Hampshire | 20 hours per week | Up to £30,000 (pro rata)

Are you super organised, confident with suppliers, and ready to bring real energy to a fast-growing IT group? We’re looking for a proactive Purchasing Assistant who loves variety, thrives on accuracy, and wants to make a genuine impact across multiple offices — all while enjoying flexibility and a welcoming team environment.

This is your chance to join a modern, dynamic business where no two days look the same, and where your work directly supports operations across five companies!

What’s In It For You :

• Join a fast-growing, modern IT group
• Competitive salary (£26k–£30k pro rata)
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service) – pro rata
• Training and CPD opportunities, including AAT sponsorship
• Free parking on site
• Free food (yes, really!)
• A friendly, collaborative team who value what you do

Key Responsibilities of the Purchasing Assistant :

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys staying on top of the details and keeping a business running smoothly. Your day-to-day will involve :

Purchasing & Supplier Management (80%)

• Raising and managing purchase orders end-to-end
• Verifying supplier bills and matching them to POs
• Communicating directly with suppliers to negotiate pricing etc.
• Monitoring stock levels and coordinating replenishments
• Assisting with stock takes and ensuring accurate purchasing records
• Purchasing for multiple offices — with a particular focus on our Bedford team

General Administration (20%)

• Supporting the Financial Controller with varied admin tasks
• Helping with insurance, telecoms, ISO documentation, and reporting
• Managing office supplies (including food shopping for each location!)
• Organising uniforms, processing DBS checks, and handling small facilities tasks
• Liaising with landlords and suppliers for building maintenance issues

What You’ll Bring :

• Experienced in a purchasing environment (essential)
• Comfortable owning the full purchasing cycle
• Confident communicating with suppliers at all levels
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong with numbers, data accuracy, and record-keeping
• Competent with MS Office and digital tools

Qualifications :

• GCSE Maths & English (C / 4 or above) – essential
• Three additional GCSEs – preferred
• Willing to work towards AAT Level 3 (we’ll sponsor you!)

Ready to Jump In?

If you’re organised, enthusiastic, ready to start immediately, and excited about contributing to a thriving IT business, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become an essential part of our operations team!