Pay: £32,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Job Description:
Assistant Office Manager / Buyer (8-Week Contract)
Location: BB6
Hours: Monday to Friday, office-based
Salary £32,000 to £36,000 DoE
About the Role
Agility is working with a leading and fast-paced construction company, who are seeking an experienced and adaptable Assistant Office Manager / Buyer to support daily operations at their Blackburn Office. This is a hands-on, varied position requiring strong organisational, communication, and supplier management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the first point of contact for customers and visitors, providing a professional and courteous service.
Oversee general office administration - filing, communications, document control, and systems management.
Support project teams with day-to-day administrative and coordination tasks.
Manage suppliers and follow up on orders placed.
Work on the weekly payroll run, knowledge of CIS would be an advantage
Liaise with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and maintain quality standards.
Assist with supplier approval, performance feedback, and prequalification documentation.
Prepare professional correspondence, reports, and spreadsheets.
Provide administrative support to management, including HR-related duties such as onboarding new employees and collating HR data.
Assist with internal audits and ensure completion of any required follow-up actions.
Updating Sage Payroll and the HR/L&D Databases
Contribute to the development and implementation of HR and quality procedures.Desirable Skills & Experienc
Previous experience in a busy office environment (construction sector preferred).
Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with suppliers and clients by phone and email.
Experience with Sage and/or Eque2 software for accounts, payroll, or procurement. Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced setting.Contract Details
Duration: 8 weeks
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Location: BB6 (office-based)
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 per annum (pro rata)