Purchasing Assistant

6 days ago

Saint Ives BH, United Kingdom Jobheron Full time £24,000 - £30,000 per year

Part-Time Purchasing Assistant – Immediate Start

Ringwood, Hampshire | 20 hours per week | Up to £30,000 (pro rata)

Are you super organised, confident with suppliers, and ready to bring real energy to a fast-growing IT group? Our client is looking for a proactive Purchasing Assistant who loves variety, thrives on accuracy, and wants to make a genuine impact across multiple offices — all while enjoying flexibility and a welcoming team environment.

This is your chance to join a modern, dynamic business where no two days look the same, and where your work directly supports operations across five companies

What's In It For You:

  • Join a fast-growing, modern IT group
  • Competitive salary (£26k–£30k pro rata)
  • 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service) – pro rata
  • Training and CPD opportunities, including AAT sponsorship
  • Free parking on site
  • Free food (yes, really)
  • A friendly, collaborative team who value what you do

Key Responsibilities of the Purchasing Assistant:

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys staying on top of the details and keeping a business running smoothly. Your day-to-day will involve:

Purchasing & Supplier Management (80%)

  • Raising and managing purchase orders end-to-end
  • Verifying supplier bills and matching them to POs
  • Communicating directly with suppliers to negotiate pricing etc.
  • Monitoring stock levels and coordinating replenishments
  • Assisting with stock takes and ensuring accurate purchasing records
  • Purchasing for multiple offices

General Administration (20%)

  • Supporting the Financial Controller with varied admin tasks
  • Helping with insurance, telecoms, ISO documentation, and reporting
  • Managing office supplies (including food shopping for each location)
  • Organising uniforms, processing DBS checks, and handling small facilities tasks
  • Liaising with landlords and suppliers for building maintenance issues

What You'll Bring:

  • Experienced in a purchasing environment (essential)
  • Comfortable owning the full purchasing cycle
  • Confident communicating with suppliers at all levels
  • Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong with numbers, data accuracy, and record-keeping
  • Competent with MS Office and digital tools

Qualifications:

  • GCSE Maths & English (C/4 or above) – essential
  • Three additional GCSEs – preferred
  • Willing to work towards AAT Level 3 (they will sponsor you)

Ready to Jump In?

If you're organised, enthusiastic, ready to start immediately, and excited about contributing to a thriving IT business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become an essential part of the operations team

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £24,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

  • Canteen
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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