KCOM Kingston Upon Hull, England, United Kingdom
Purchasing Consultant
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Overview
Purchasing Consultant (12 months Fixed Term Contract, Part Time) – We’re looking for a detail-driven Purchasing Consultant to join our Business Services team at KCOM. This is a part-time role (22.5 hours per week), where you’ll play a key part in ensuring our purchasing operations run smoothly, cost-effectively, and in line with our sourcing strategy.
If you thrive in a structured environment, enjoy problem-solving, and are motivated by supporting a business with accuracy and efficiency, we’d love to hear from you.
Salary – £15,625 per annum for 22.5 hrs per week
Location – Hull, Carr Lane, 2 days office based minimum
Advert Closing Date – 7th October 2025
Interview Dates – To be confirmed after advert closing date
Key Responsibilities
* Managing the end-to-end purchasing process in line with KCOM’s sourcing strategy, policies, and procedures.
* Creating and processing Purchase Orders, ensuring compliance with preferred suppliers, contracts, and approval flows.
* Reviewing and converting Purchase Requisitions, handling queries, and ensuring proper approvals are in place.
* Monitoring open Purchase Orders and invoices, checking accuracy, fulfilment, and delivery progress.
* Supporting receipting and invoice processing to enable prompt supplier payment.
* Producing reports on purchasing activities (e.g. open orders, open deliveries) and sharing with relevant stakeholders.
* Maintaining and updating Purchase Order and Supplier Master Data.
* Minimising stock issues and delays by ensuring clean and complete purchase orders.
* Escalating process and supplier issues to the team lead as required.
* Contributing to a strong service culture with a customer-focused approach.
Requirements
* Experience in a purchasing, procurement, or finance support role.
* Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
* Good knowledge of purchasing processes, requisitions, and invoice handling.
* Ability to manage data accurately, with confidence in using reporting tools.
* A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to escalate issues effectively.
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
* A service-oriented attitude with a commitment to supporting both colleagues and suppliers.
About Us
KCOM goes beyond broadband—for us it's about community, innovation, and commitment. Since 1904, we've been integral to Hull and East Yorkshire, delivering award-winning broadband services and being at the heart of our region. Join us in expanding our full-fibre network and connect more homes and businesses.
At KCOM, collaboration fuels our innovation, driving us to be the best and keep our customers seamlessly connected. We empower our customers to thrive in the digital age, and we're passionate about making a real difference in their lives.
Why Work with Us
The Power is all Yours – At KCOM, our dedication to our people mirrors our commitment to our customers. We offer family-friendly policies and adaptable working arrangements, employee forums, on-site facilities, and a suite of services supporting colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
Benefit from an employee assistance program, occupational health support, online wellbeing tools, and our personal development learning platform. Values are the foundation of our dynamic workplace—grow with us, seize opportunities to progress, and unleash your potential.
Equal Opportunity
We champion inclusivity for all, celebrating diversity through forums and DEI events. We are signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident Scheme and support local schools and colleges with mock interviews and careers advice.
No Agency applications will be accepted at this time.
Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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