Assistant buyer Work, Jobs in Hinckley, Lec (with Salaries)

Purchasing Administrator
Elmleigh —Hinckley
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
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Trainee Merchandiser
NEXT —Leicester
- £30,800 a year
- Full-time
- Google Suite
- Merchandising
- Data analysis skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Assistant Buyer – Chilled Foods
Aldi —Atherstone
- £37,545 - £43,840 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
Goldsmiths Assistant Buyer
The Watches of Switzerland Group —Leicester
- Presentation skills
- Budgeting
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
Assistant Merchandiser
ASDA —Lutterworth
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Store discount
- Annual leave
Plumbing Procurement / Purchasing Assistant
New Build Plumbing & Heating Coalville LTD —Coalville
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- QuickBooks
- Computer skills
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Assistant Buyer - Party Food (Chilled)
Aldi —Atherstone
- £37,545 - £43,840 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
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Jewellery Assistant Buyer
The Watches of Switzerland Group —Leicester
- Presentation skills
- Budgeting
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
Buyer - Nursery (12 month FTC)
Sainsbury's —Coventry
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Category Manager
Euro Packaging UK ltd —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Free parking
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Purchasing Administrator

Elmleigh -
Hinckley

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Job details

Full-time
19 hours ago

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Microsoft Word
Delivery scheduling
Stakeholder liaison
Administrative support experience
Filing
Logistics
ERP software
Internal department liaison
Microsoft Office Suite
Administrative and business operations experience
MRP
Administrative experience
Purchase order creation
Procurement support
Data management
Procurement processing
Purchasing
Communication skills
Purchasing and procurement experience

Full job description

Role Purpose

The Purchasing Administrator provides essential administrative and operational support to the Purchasing function. The role ensures the smooth processing of purchase orders, accurate maintenance of supplier and product data, and timely communication across internal teams and external suppliers. This position helps secure materials, components, and services required for turnkey electrical systems projects, supporting cost control, compliance, and on‑time project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Order Administration

Raise, process, and issue purchase orders accurately and in line with approved requisitions.
Ensure orders reflect correct pricing, lead times, quantities, and agreed commercial terms.
Monitor order confirmations and proactively chase missing or incorrect acknowledgements.
Maintain accurate records of open orders and support the expediting process where required.

Supplier & Data Management

Update and maintain supplier records, contact details, documentation, and pricing information.
Assist in obtaining supplier quotes, certificates, and compliance documentation (e.g., ISO certifications, product datasheets).
Support onboarding of new suppliers including collection of due‑diligence documents.

Logistics & Delivery Coordination

Track order deliveries and liaise with suppliers, couriers, and the warehouse/stores team to resolve delivery discrepancies.
Help manage returns, replacements, and credit notes in a timely manner.
Maintain delivery schedules and escalate risks of late delivery to the Purchasing Co‑ordinator.

Administrative & Reporting Tasks

Maintain organised digital and physical purchasing files.
Prepare routine purchasing reports, including spend summaries, order status updates, and supplier performance data.
Support stock level reviews and data input for inventory management systems.
Ensure all purchasing activity complies with internal controls, financial procedures, and audit requirements.

Internal Communication

Work with project managers, operations, production, and engineering teams to clarify requirements and ensure purchasing activity supports operational needs.
Communicate order updates, delays, and key supplier information to relevant stakeholders.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Strong administrative skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Experience in an office or administrative role (preferably within purchasing, supply chain, or operations).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or turnkey electrical systems business.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP or purchasing systems.
Basic understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.

Personal Attributes

Organised, methodical, and reliable.
Proactive approach to problem‑solving and task completion.
Team player with a positive and professional attitude.
Willingness to learn and develop within the Purchasing function.

Additional Information

Training will be provided on internal systems and purchasing procedures.

Opportunities for progression may include Buyer or Purchasing Assistant roles.

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Purchasing Administrator

Trainee Merchandiser

Assistant Buyer – Chilled Foods

Goldsmiths Assistant Buyer

Assistant Merchandiser

Plumbing Procurement / Purchasing Assistant

Assistant Buyer - Party Food (Chilled)

Jewellery Assistant Buyer

Buyer - Nursery (12 month FTC)

Category Manager

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