Purchasing Assistant

Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Description

https://www.enterpriserecruitment.com/job-search/7002-purchasing-assistant/procurement/hampshire/job 2025-12-24 17:11:03 2026-02-17 Enterprise Recruitment Job Ref BG-4
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Description This is a fantastic chance for candidates with experience working in a purchasing and/or office environment, with an eagerness to join a world leader in engineering and manufacturing technology, in a role that is critical to the success of the supply chain. This is a global engineering powerhouse with decades of experience, and you'll get to work at a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility alongside an established procurement team.
Reporting into the Senior Buyer, you'll assist with tasks and actions for both purchasing and the wider supply chain team. A typical day will involve generating purchase orders, (using the company MRP system), expediting late deliveries, and working with various stakeholders across the business.
What are we looking for?

  • Previous purchasing experience would be beneficial
  • Experience of working in an office environment, ideally within a manufacturing business
  • IT literate, strong knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
  • Personality: Eager to learn, excellent communication skills and calm under pressure
What's in it for you?
  • Hybrid working options
  • Flexibility on start and finish times with a 1pm finish on a Friday
  • Eagerness from team to either extend this contract or turn into a permanent role after 12 months
  • Private medical insurance and employee assistance program
  • Chance to work at a growing, global manufacturing business with great brand reputation and a proven pathway of progression

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4448738
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    £25,000-28,500 per year
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned