Business Administration

Job Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organised Purchasing Administrator to support the Procurement team in managing purchasing activities and supplier coordination. The role will focus on purchase order processing, supplier communication, data accuracy, and general administrative support to ensure efficient and cost-effective procurement operations.

This position would suit someone with strong administration skills who enjoys working with systems, documentation, and stakeholder communication in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Procurement and Purchasing team
• Raise and process purchase orders accurately on internal systems
• Maintain and update purchasing records, supplier details, and pricing information
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery dates, and resolve queries
• Monitor order progress and chase outstanding deliveries as required
• Ensure all purchasing documentation is compliant and filed correctly
• Support stock control and inventory-related administration where required
• Assist with supplier onboarding and basic contract administration
• Handle internal purchasing enquiries from other departments
• Produce reports and spreadsheets to support procurement activities
• Carry out general office and departmental administrative duties

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in an administrative or purchasing support role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines