Purchasing Assistant
Job in
Hatfield, Hertfordshire, HR6, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-20
Listing for:
Job Advert
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-20
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration -
Supply Chain/Logistics
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Job Type: Monday-Wednesday 8:30 to 5:00pm but can be flexible.
Salary: £30,000 pro rata
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Purchasing Assistant to join a busy and growing team based in Hatfield. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual to support the purchasing function, ensuring materials, components and supplies are ordered efficiently and delivered on time.
The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day purchasing activities, liaise with suppliers and internal departments, and help maintain accurate purchasing records to support the smooth running of business operations.
Key Responsibilities- Raise and process purchase orders accurately and in line with business requirements.
- Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, confirm pricing and check product availability.
- Monitor outstanding orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure deliveries arrive on time.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information and order documentation.
- Assist with stock checks and monitor inventory levels to support purchasing requirements.
- Work closely with internal departments to understand purchasing needs and delivery deadlines.
- Resolve supplier queries, delivery delays and discrepancies relating to orders or invoices.
- Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and achieve cost savings.
- Ensure all purchasing documentation is accurate, complete and up to date.
- Provide administrative support to the purchasing team and wider business as required.
- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement or administration would be advantageous.
- Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with suppliers and colleagues.
- Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good numerical, data-entry and record-keeping skills.
- Willingness to learn new purchasing systems, processes and procedures.
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