Purchasing Assistant / Buying Administrator

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant / Buying Administrator, Hyde

Client: AWD online

Location: Hyde

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e98e96ea2808

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Purchasing Assistant / Buying Administrator who has experience working in Purchasing/Procurement/Buying, with good Microsoft Office knowledge, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

As the Purchasing Assistant / Buying Administrator, you will manage supplier accounts, coordinate purchase orders, assist with daily queries, handle travel arrangements, and update the ERP system.

APPLY TODAY

If this role matches your skills and experience, please send your CV for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

• Prepare requisitions in ERP for approval with complete information.
• Convert requisitions into Purchase Orders and email suppliers.
• Handle Master Planning Purchase Orders for approval.
• Manage buying office emails from employees without ERP access.
• Source suppliers and negotiate prices.
• Update supplier details in ERP, ensuring price changes are authorized by a Director.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
• Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages.
• Manage returns within ERP system.
• Notify suppliers of returns and arrange collections.
• Check and maintain stock levels of indirect supplies.
• Assist with daily queries.
• Organize travel for employees.
• Order and distribute employee clothing and shoes, coordinating payments.
• Maintain leasing of company vehicles.
• Create monthly activity and savings reports for the Purchasing Manager.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in Purchasing/Procurement/Buying.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• ERP system experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good prioritization and deadline management skills.

BENEFITS

• Auto-enrolled into Stakeholder Pension Scheme (4% contribution).
• 28 days holiday, increasing annually.
• Life Assurance.
• Subsidized canteen.
• Free parking.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Mental Health support.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Discounted blinds and shutters after probation.