Team Assistant

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Housing Association in Croydon seeks a proactive Team Assistant to manage material orders and support procurement initiatives. The successful candidate will have a background in purchasing, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing or procurement environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage material orders and track deliveries.
• Liaise with suppliers for order details.
• Support administrative duties for purchasing.

Skills

Procurement experience

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Team Assistant
Croydon
3 Months
35 Hours
£17.28 LTD / £14.83 PAYE (inc hol)
We’re looking for a proactive and organised Team Assistant to join a busy Purchasing and Materials Team within a well-regarded Housing Association based in Croydon.

THE ROLE
You will play a key role in supporting the efficient ordering and delivery of materials and equipment by liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

• Manage material orders and track deliveries to ensure timely receipt
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain part numbers, pricing, and warranty details
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records
• Review and follow up on overdue orders and report significant delays
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in orders or deliveries
• Support the wider team with cost-saving initiatives and procurement improvements
• Undertake general administrative duties to support the purchasing function

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a purchasing or procurement environment and be confident working with suppliers and ordering systems.

• Demonstrated experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Comfortable using computerised ordering systems and tracking tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines

THE CONTRACT

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• 3-Month Temporary Contract – Potential for Temp to Perm
• The pay for the role is £17.28 per hour LTD company rate.
• The PAYE equivalent is £14.83 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to [e-mail] or call on 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail!
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!