A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an organised and proactive Purchasing & Administration Assistant to join a small, busy office team. This is a temporary role with the view of going permanent after the first 12 months. This is a varied role supporting the delivery of nationwide projects through efficient purchasing and administrative support.
Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
Source materials and equipment for projects across the UK
Obtain quotes, raise and place purchase orders, arrange deliveries, and receipt goods
Maintain accurate records, paperwork, and online files
Field telephone and email enquiries from internal site staff and project managers
Enter and update project details using Microsoft Business Central (MBC)
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods
Manage general administrative tasks, including: Annual leave calendars
Logging timesheets
Issuing starter documents and kit
Organising training
Ensuring plant compliance
Booking vehicle services
Provide support to other office teams when needed
Person Specification:
Highly organised, efficient, and detail-oriented
Able to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
Strong initiative and time-management skills
Confident and professional communication skills
Good IT skills and confident using Microsoft Office and databases
Able to build strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers
Customer-focused, with a can-do attitude
Experience or knowledge of construction products or the construction industry is desirable
If you're a proactive and detail-driven individual looking to grow within a supportive team, apply today. However, if you do not hear back from us within 48 hours, kindly assume that you have been unsuccessful. (agy)
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