Purchasing Coordinator

Alexander Lloyd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in Crawley seeks a Purchasing Assistant to ensure smooth supply chain operations. Responsibilities include placing purchase orders, managing relationships with suppliers, and providing customer support. Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and prior experience in purchasing are essential. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Confident communicator – both written and verbal.
• Comfortable managing time and workload in a busy office environment.
• IT literate and a strong team player.
• Previous experience in purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Placing purchase orders and managing deliveries to meet customer demand.
• Comparing supplier quotations and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintaining purchasing records, reports, and cost analysis.
• Supporting with supplier sourcing and building strong supplier relationships.
• Checking invoices and ensuring accurate processing.
• Providing quotes and pricing to customers.
• Assisting with queries by phone and email.
• Offering general administrative support within the sales office.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

IT literacy

Team player

Job description

Purchasing Assistant

Crawley (office based)

£28,000 – £32,000 + bonus & benefits

Alexander Lloyd are working with a well-established business based in Crawley who are looking to add a Purchasing Assistant to their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, friendly business where you’ll be given full training and the chance to make a real impact from day one.

The Role

As Purchasing Assistant, you’ll play a key part in ensuring smooth supply chain operations. You’ll be responsible for maintaining stock levels, raising purchase orders, liaising with suppliers, and supporting the wider sales office. It’s a varied role with plenty of scope to get involved across purchasing, customer support, and supplier management.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Placing purchase orders and managing deliveries to meet customer demand
• Comparing supplier quotations and identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Maintaining purchasing records, reports, and cost analysis
• Supporting with supplier sourcing and building strong supplier relationships
• Checking invoices and ensuring accurate processing
• Providing quotes and pricing to customers
• Assisting with queries by phone and email
• Offering general administrative support within the sales office

Key skills/experience

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Confident communicator – both written and verbal
• Comfortable managing time and workload in a busy office environment
• IT literate and a strong team player
• Previous experience in purchasing

Get in touch ASAP to learn more!