Purchasing & Goods-In Specialist — On-Site, Free Parking

Interaction Recruitment; Galhampton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Friendly team environment

Opportunities for development

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Purchasing & Goods-In Assistant for our client in Sparkford, Somerset. The role supports both Purchasing and Goods-In, requiring an organised, proactive candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage day-to-day purchasing from supplier quotes through to raising purchase orders, monitor deliveries, and assist Goods-In with stock checks, using Sage 50. This is an on-site, full-time role with 20 days holiday plus bank holidays and free

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, purchasing, procurement or supply chain.
• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with Sage 50 and CIM 50 is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident negotiating with suppliers.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
• Proactive approach and initiative.
• Excellent attendance and timekeeping.
• Methodical and detail-oriented.
• Able to work in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Own transport essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist purchasing from requisition to delivery.
• Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotations.
• Negotiate prices to achieve best value.
• Liaise with internal teams on requirements.
• Raise and maintain purchase orders using Sage 50.
• Maintain records of purchases, pricing and stock levels.
• Monitor supplier performance and follow up on late deliveries.
• Support accounts with purchasing-related queries.
• Identify opportunities to improve costs and purchasing efficiency.
• Support Goods-In with stock checks and Sage 50 input.
• Keep Goods-In area tidy and organized.
• Complete other duties to support the wider team.

Skills

Purchasing

Administration

Procurement

Communication

Education

GCSEs or equivalent qualifications

Tools

Sage 50

CIM 50

Job description

Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Purchasing & Goods-In Assistant for our client in Sparkford, Somerset. The role supports both Purchasing and Goods-In, requiring an organised, proactive candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage day-to-day purchasing from supplier quotes through to raising purchase orders, monitor deliveries, and assist Goods-In with stock checks, using Sage 50. This is an on-site, full-time role with 20 days holiday plus bank holidays and free