Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator

Senior plc; Blackwood; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday + Bank Holidays

Excellent Salary Sacrifice Pension

Death in Service Life Protection

Employee Events

Recognition Awards

Training and Development

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking

Job summary

Senior plc is seeking an organised and proactive Purchasing Assistant to provide essential administrative support across operations, logistics, and purchasing functions. This varied role coordinates orders, shipments, and internal systems while supporting general office administration and business operations.

The successful candidate will help maintain records, liaise with suppliers, and assist with import/export documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative, office support, or operations coordination role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• High attention to detail and a methodical approach to record keeping.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and business systems (ERP experience desirable).
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach when liaising with suppliers and colleagues.
• Proactive, reliable, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to operations, logistics, and purchasing teams
• Coordinate UK and international shipments, collections, and deliveries, including documentation and tracking
• Maintain accurate records for orders, stock, and logistics within internal ERP and reporting systems
• Support purchasing activities, including placing orders, managing outstanding orders, and liaising with suppliers
• Assist with import/export administration and compliance documentation
• Maintain product, stock, and part data, ensuring systems remain accurate and up to date
• Prepare basic reports and data checks to support planning, production, and quality activities
• Support office administration including travel bookings, company vehicles, catering, and office supplies
• Provide general administrative support for meetings, visits, and business activities
• Answer general swithboard and door access phone calls

Skills

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

Senior plc is seeking an organised and proactive Purchasing Assistant to provide essential administrative support across operations, logistics, and purchasing functions. This varied role coordinates orders, shipments, and internal systems while supporting general office administration and business operations.

The successful candidate will help maintain records, liaise with suppliers, and assist with import/export documentation in a fast-paced environment.