Purchasing Assistant
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? We re 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 with a particular focus on our Bedford team
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 (we ll 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 our operations team!