Continental Wholesale
Purchase Assistant
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Company Description
Continental Wholesale is a wholesale distributor based in London, serving businesses across the UK with a focus on reliability and service excellence. Founded in 2022 and officially launched in March 2023, the company has quickly grown into a trusted partner for a wide range of customers. Continental Wholesale stocks over 1,500 products, including beverages, snacks, pantry essentials, and specialty items sourced from dependable suppliers. A nationwide delivery network enables fast, efficient order fulfillment, helping clients maintain consistent stock levels. Team members join a growing business that values operational efficiency, customer service, and supplier relationships.
Role Description
The Purchase Assistant is a full-time, on-site role based in London. This role supports the purchasing team by preparing and processing purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely delivery of goods from suppliers. Day-to-day tasks include:
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
- Monitoring stock levels
- Assisting with supplier quotations
- Updating purchasing data in internal systems
- Coordinating with the warehouse and logistics teams to resolve delivery or inventory issues
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
The Purchase Assistant will communicate regularly with suppliers and internal stakeholders to:
- Follow up on orders
- Track lead times
- Address discrepancies in quantity, price, or documentation
The role also involves:
- Helping to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Supporting procurement reporting
- Contributing to smooth purchasing operations
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of purchasing processes and general purchasing practices, with the ability to follow established procedures and guidelines.
- Experience creating, reviewing, and managing purchase orders, including accurate data entry and document control.
- Knowledge of procurement principles and supplier management, with the ability to support negotiations and maintain vendor relationships.
- Effective communication skills for working with suppliers, internal teams, and management, both verbally and in writing.
- Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with office productivity tools (e.g., spreadsheets, email, purchasing or ERP systems); prior experience in wholesale, distribution, or retail is an advantage.
- Ability to work on-site in London, collaborate as part of a team, and maintain a professional, customer-focused approach.
- Relevant education or training in business, supply chain, or a related field is preferred, but equivalent practical experience will be considered.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location