Purchasing Administrator

Location: Hurn

Purchasing Assistant | Christchurch | £32,000 per annum
You’ll be the trusted link between customers, suppliers and the people who keep orders moving.
If you take pride in getting the detail right and building strong working relationships, this role will suit you well.

As a Purchasing Assistant, you will benefit from:

A secure, permanent full-time position with consistent Monday to Friday hours
Supportive, approachable management and clear expectations from day one
Broad exposure across sales, purchasing, finance and warehouse functions
Ongoing development to grow your expertise in purchasing and supply chain
A friendly, close-knit working environment where your contribution is valued
As a Purchasing Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Raising and issuing purchase orders to suppliers accurately and on time
Tracking open orders and following up on lead times and delayed shipments
Processing customer orders, checking pricing, quantities, delivery details and payment terms
Keeping customers and account managers updated on order progress, back orders and delivery dates
Working with couriers to resolve shipping queries and handling amendments, returns and replacements
Liaising with finance to clear invoice queries and supporting with customer invoicing and portal uploads
As a Purchasing Assistant, your experience will include:

Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, order processing or sales administration role
A strong eye for detail and accuracy when handling orders, pricing and invoices
Confident communication skills by phone and email with customers and suppliers
Good organisation and time management, with the ability to juggle priorities calmly
Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and order or ERP systems
Experience in manufacturing, distribution or wholesale would be an advantage
If you’re looking for a steady, varied role where your reliability and attention to detail make a real difference every day, this Purchasing Assistant position could be your next step. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Nina Cranidge at Rubicon for more information.

While Rubicon uses AI to help speed up processes across the business, every application is reviewed by a human to ensure the right decision is made