Purchasing Assistant
Job in
Broadstone, Poole, Dorset County, BH15, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-24
Listing for:
Rubicon Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-24
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Business Administration, Office Administrator/ Coordinator -
Administrative/Clerical
Business Administration, Office Administrator/ Coordinator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Purchasing Assistant
- Poole
- Up to £30,000
Ready to start a career in purchasing? This Purchasing Assistant role in Poole pays up to £30,000, with full training from day one.
You don't need procurement experience, just a sharp eye for detail and a background in admin, customer service or manufacturing.
You'll learn exactly how supply keeps a manufacturing business moving, with real support to build specialist expertise.
As a Purchasing Assistant, you will benefit from:
Full training in purchasing systems and processes, with no prior experience needed
Support to work towards a recognised qualification such as CIPS
A clear route into a specialist, long-term career in procurement
A stable, well-organised business with supportive colleagues and clear processes
As a Purchasing Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
Raise and send purchase orders to approved suppliers
Chase outstanding orders and flag any delays that could affect production
Plan incoming materials so production always has what it needs
Work with the Quality and Technical teams to resolve supplier issues
Keep purchasing records accurate and up to date on the company system
Check supplier prices and request credit notes where needed
As a Purchasing Assistant, your experience will include:
Experience in an office administration, customer service or manufacturing role
Confident using Microsoft Word and Excel, including basic formulas
Organised and accurate, with any ERP/MRP or Oracle experience a bonus, not a must
Comfortable building good working relationships by phone and email
A genuine interest in starting a career in purchasing
Keen to work towards a qualification such as CIPS
If you're ready to take your first step into purchasing, with the training and support to build real expertise, this Purchasing Assistant role is a brilliant place to start. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Nina Cranidge at Rubicon for more information.
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