Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Purchaser to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing the procurement process, ensuring that our supply chain operates smoothly and efficiently. This position requires strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of logistics and supply chain management. The Purchaser will be responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating contracts, and maintaining relationships with suppliers to meet the organisation's needs.

Responsibilities

For this Purchasing Assistant role, you will be responsible for:

Obtain quotes and lead times from suppliers for materials and services
Raise and issue purchase orders, ensure order acknowledgements are received
Check all PO's issued and PO acknowledgements for price and delivery date accuracy
Expediate purchase orders where necessary

Processing GRN's / Request PODs for orders where necessary
Check invoices received against purchase orders and highlight any discrepancies
Add/update vendor details in the business system as required
General administration support to the Purchasing Manager

Obtain quotes and lead times from suppliers for materials and services

Skills

Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role Strong administrative skills - handling orders, data entry, and data entry Good communication - liaising with suppliers, internal teams, and customers Attention to detail - checking order accuracy, pricing, and delivery schedules Numeracy skills - working with prices, budgets, and quantities Organisation & time management - handling multiple tasks and deadlines Experience using Sage 200 preferrable Microsoft Excel - confident with spreadsheets, formulas, and data management General computer literacy (emails, document processing, internal systems) Be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks and adapt to changing business needs & works well under pressure Works well as part of a team
If you are passionate about procurement and possess the necessary skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. Join us in contributing to our success through effective purchasing strategies!

Days/Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 8.00 - 17.00 30 mins lunch / Friday 8.00 - 13.00

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Profit sharing
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Purchasing Controller 2025