Purchasing Admin

Gi Group UK; Andover (MN); On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on profits (twice yearly)

Free on-site parking

28 days holiday

Job summary

Gi Group UK in Andover is seeking a Purchasing Admin to support the Purchasing Manager and help manage the day-to-day running of the purchasing department. You will assist with sourcing and ordering supplies, materials and components, ensuring the right balance of price, quality and on-time delivery.

This fully onsite role pays £26,500 per annum with Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm and Friday 8:00am-3:30pm. Benefits include a profits-based bonus (twice yearly), free on-site parking and 28 days

Qualifications

• Flexible and adaptable candidate to support changing purchasing needs.
• Strong communication and liaison with suppliers and internal teams.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in records and orders.
• Proactive planning and organisation to manage daily purchasing tasks.
• Self-starter with ability to work on own initiative.
• Proficient IT skills and confident with standard software.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the Purchasing Manager
• Help manage day-to-day operations of the Purchasing Department
• Ensure supplies/materials/components are fit for purpose and meet requirements
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships
• Arrange product samples for relevant product areas
• Purchase parts/materials at competitive prices and ensure on-time delivery
• Manage monthly call-offs
• Progress orders and resolve supplier queries
• Book-in purchase orders and deliveries
• Manage supplier returns paperwork with accounts team
• Update product records as needed
• Assist with stock adjustments following daily checks
• Support with establishing and maintaining quality requirements from suppliers

Skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Communication

Attention to detail

Planning

Organisation

Initiative

IT literacy

Job description

Purchasing Admin - Andover (Fully Onsite)

A well-established business in Andover is looking for a Purchasing Admin to support the Purchasing Manager and help manage the day-to-day running of the purchasing department. You'll assist with sourcing and ordering supplies, materials and components, ensuring the right balance of price, quality and on-time delivery, while maintaining accurate records and strong supplier relationships.

Salary

26,500 per annum

Working hours

• Monday-Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm
• Fully onsite in Andover

Benefits

• Bonus based on company profits (paid twice yearly)
• Free on-site parking
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Key responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the Purchasing Manager
• Help manage the day-to-day operations of the Purchasing Department
• Ensure supplies/materials/components are fit for purpose, consistent and meet internal/external requirements
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships through regular communication
• Arrange product samples for relevant product areas
• Purchase parts/materials at competitive prices and ensure on-time delivery
• Manage monthly call-offs
• Progress orders and resolve supplier queries
• Book-in purchase orders and deliveries
• Manage supplier returns paperwork, liaising with the accounts team where required
• Update product records as needed
• Assist with stock adjustments following daily stock checks
• Support the team in establishing and maintaining quality requirements from external suppliers

What we're looking for

• A motivated self-starter with flexibility and adaptability
• Good communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with analytical/problem-solving ability
• Excellent planning and organisation skills; able to prioritise effectively
• Confident working on your own initiative with a desire to make a difference
• IT literate with a good standard of general education

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