Junior Purchasing Assistant

Location: Hixon

Junior Purchasing Assistant

Location:

Hixon
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Hours:

4 days per week, 07:00 – 17:15

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and organised Junior Purchasing Assistant to join our Purchasing team. Reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within purchasing and supply chain operations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day purchasing function, ensuring orders are processed efficiently and supplier relationships are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

* Assisting with the processing and management of purchase orders

* Liaising with suppliers by phone and email

* Monitoring deliveries and following up on outstanding orders

* Maintaining accurate purchasing records and documentation

* Supporting the Purchasing Manager with administrative tasks

* Helping to ensure stock and purchasing information is kept up to date

* Managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment

About You

We're looking for someone who:

* Is confident working with numbers and data

* Has strong organisational and administrative skills

* Can effectively manage and prioritise their workload

* Is comfortable multitasking in a busy office environment

* Has excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

* Is confident dealing with suppliers over the phone and via email

* Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn

What We Offer

* A structured, junior-level role with training and development opportunities

* Support from an experienced Purchasing Manager

* A friendly and supportive team environment

If you're organised, detail-focused, and looking to start or develop a career in purchasing, we'd love to hear from you