Purchasing Administrator

Job Title: Purchasing Administrator
Location: Chichester
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time

We are a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation dedicated to sourcing high-quality, great-value items for home and garden. With a growing trade division and a sales team operating across multiple marketplaces, we currently sell over 250,000 items per week.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Purchasing Administrator to provide comprehensive support to our Commercial Director and help ensure our commercial operations run smoothly.

Our approach to sourcing new products is unique: we aim not only to make the initial investment a success but also to ensure replenishment orders are timely and efficient.

As a Purchasing Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the Commercial Director and the wider commercial team. Your work will focus on purchasing, introducing new products quickly, and providing high-level administrative support. This role requires excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to multitask effectively.

• Compile Landed Unit Costs (LUCs) from supplier quotations (primarily from overseas)

• Conduct market research to assess price competitiveness and identify suitable purchasing formats and colour options

• Assist with SKU creation and product setup on internal systems

• Prepare and maintain accurate product specification sheets

• Coordinate projects and follow up on key action points

• Organise and process supplier samples

• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks efficiently

• High attention to detail

• Direct Purchasing/Supply Chain experience is advantageous but not essential

• Modern office space in central Chichester with excellent staff amenities

• Opportunities for personal and professional development

• Competitive salary and package negotiable based on experience

• A fun, dynamic, and driven team culture

• Generous staff discount on products

• Regular staff events