Role Summary
The Purchasing Administrator / Junior Buyer supports day-to-day procurement operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing of purchase orders, supplier coordination, and delivery tracking.
This is a transactional, hands-on role focused on general procurement and administrative support.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Processing
- Review and process purchase requests (PRs)
- Create and issue purchase orders (POs) in line with company procedures
- Ensure accuracy of pricing, quantities, and supplier information
Supplier Coordination
- Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, and delivery timelines
- Follow up on order status and resolve basic issues
- Maintain clear and professional supplier communication
Order & Delivery Tracking
- Monitor orders from placement through delivery
- Proactively follow up on delays and provide updates to stakeholders
- Maintain accurate tracking and status reporting
Administrative Support
- Maintain procurement records and documentation
- Support invoice matching and queries with Accounts Payable
- Update trackers, logs, and procurement systems
Compliance & Process Support
- Ensure adherence to internal procurement policies and approval workflows
- Support general administrative tasks related to procurement activities
Required Qualifications
- 1-3 years' experience in purchasing, procurement, or administrative support
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Good communication and follow-up discipline
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Basic Excel and data entry/system experience
Preferred (Nice to Have)
- Experience working with suppliers and purchase orders
- Exposure to procurement or ERP systems
- Understanding of basic procurement processes
Salary range
- £14 - £15