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Purchasing Assistant

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Job Description - Purchasing Assistant

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant
Location: Knowlhill, Milton Keynes
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you super organised, love working with data, and enjoy keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? We’re on the lookout for a Purchasing Assistant to join our friendly and forward-thinking team!

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in our supply chain process, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to keep everything on track and up to date.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Processing and placing purchase orders with care and accuracy
  • Keeping an eye on delivery and shipping updates to make sure everything arrives on time
  • Checking that all shipping documents are correct and complete before anything goes out
  • Updating order statuses on both our internal system and supplier platforms
  • Keeping detailed records of purchases, pricing, dates, and other key information
  • Supporting the wider purchasing team with general admin tasks
  • Communicating regularly with suppliers to maintain great working relationships

What you’ll bring:

  • Solid Microsoft Office skills - especially Excel
  • A methodical, detail-focused approach to your work
  • Strong time management and organisation skills
  • A team player attitude with great communication skills - whether that’s face-to-face, by phone or email
  • Experience in an admin or supply chain role would be a big plus!

We’re a collaborative and innovative company that values fresh ideas and people who love to learn and grow. If you’re looking to join a welcoming team where your contribution really matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Quality Personnel acting as an Employment Agency & Business (rated as one of the top 3 Agencies in Milton Keynes for the 5th year running!).

Please note due to the volume of applications we receive you will only be contacted if we are progressing your application.

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