Purchasing Assistant £12.71 per hour - National Minimum Wage from 1st April 2026. Location: Aldridge, Walsall Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Work Schedule: Monday to Friday | 8am to 5pm (with a 4pm finish on a Friday) | 39 hours per week Benefits Opportunities for career development and progression. Supportive, friendly work environment. Training and development programs to enhance your skill set. Company pension Free on-site parking Key Responsibilities Assist in managing supplier orders and supporting the end-to-end purchasing process Monitor stock levels and highlight any shortages or potential issues Maintain accurate purchasing records and update systems accordingly Create and maintain reports using Excel to support decision-making Communicate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services Support the resolution of supplier queries, delays, or order issues Provide general administrative support to the purchasing and wider office team What We’re Looking For Strong numeracy and literacy skills (Maths and English essential) Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word Business A-Level (or equivalent) preferred but not essential Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Strong organisational skills and ability to manage priorities Job Ref: HP371 Hollyfield Personnel do not contact or write to unsuccessful candidates. If you have not heard anything from Hollyfield Personnel within 5 – 7 working days of your application, you should presume that your application was unsuccessful. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving permission for Hollyfield Personnel to contact you and retain your details.