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Buying Administrator
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We are recruiting for a Buying Administrator to join an established Purchasing team within a growing business operating across the security, electrical and technical services sectors. This is an office-based role with an immediate start.
Reporting to the Buyer, you’ll support the team with the day-to-day purchasing administration, supplier management, and stock control.
Key Responsibilities
- Raise and process Purchase Orders and monitor outstanding orders.
- Chase suppliers regarding deliveries, pricing, and queries.
- Handle purchasing enquiries by phone and email.
- Maintain Min/Max stock levels and accurate product records.
- Create new part records and maintain purchasing data.
- Work closely with Purchasing, Stores, engineers, and other internal teams.
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About You
We’re looking for someone who is organised, reliable, and proactive, with strong attention to detail and a confident communication style. You’ll ideally have:
- Purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or relevant administration experience.
- Experience raising POs and dealing with suppliers.
- Good Microsoft Office and Excel skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Simpro experience would be advantageous, as would experience within Fire & Security, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, or another technical/trade environment.
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What's On Offer?
- Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm
- 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Permanent position
- On-site parking
- Growing and established team
This is an urgent vacancy, so candidates available immediately or on a short notice period are particularly encouraged to apply.
Whilst every effort is made to reply to applications, during busier times this is not always possible. If you have not had a response within 48 hours please assume your application was not successful on this occasion.
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