Purchasing & Administration Assistant

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.

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)