Company Overview
About Us
PASS Ltd is a leading provider of test equipment and calibration across the UK.
We have been in business since 2001 and have seven sites across the UK with over 140 staff.
As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement function and ensure the smooth and efficient supply of products and services across the business.
Please apply by using the following link:
https://talent.sage.hr/jobs/c87b5740-9974-4d14-b40f-f4c7e23e6c1a
The Role
You will play a key role in supporting the buyer and the purchasing function, ensuring that purchase orders are placed accurately, deliveries are on time, orders and pricing is updated and supplier relationships are maintained professionally.
This is a very fast-paced, detail-focused role where organisation and system accuracy are critical and where a good accurate memory will serve you well.
Key Responsibilities
- Raising and processing purchase orders accurately and efficiently
- Raising Purchase Returns accurately and efficiently
- Assisting with Ebay and Amazon Sales administration
- Chasing suppliers for pricing, order confirmations and delivery updates
- Monitoring and updating expected delivery dates (ETAs)
- Maintaining accurate product data in internal systems
- Assisting with updating supplier pricing
- Supporting stock replenishment and availability across sites
- Assisting with day-to-day supplier communication
- Resolving basic invoice or delivery discrepancies
- Working closely with buyer, warehouse, logistics, and sales teams
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Strong maths skills
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Confident communicator (email and phone)
- Fantastic IT skills, particularly Excel and internal systems
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role
- Experience working in a technical, engineering, or distribution business
- Familiarity with ERP/stock management systems
- Working towards or interested in CIPS qualification
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity to develop within a growing business
- Exposure to a wide range of suppliers and products
- Potential progression into Buyer / Senior Buyer role
- Support for professional development (including CIPS if desired)
Benefits include
- Group Life Policy Benefits
- Health and Wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Company Pension
- Company events
- Lunches on PASS
- Birthday vouchers
- Loyalty bonuses
- Cycle to work Scheme
- New Baby Bonus
Hours of Work: Full-time Monday – Thursday 9am to 5pm Friday 9am to 4pm
Annual Leave: 22 days, accruing extra days for each full year of service up to 25 days.
Job Type: Full time, permanent, based in Thornaby
Join us as a Purchasing Assistant and become an integral part of our energetic team! We’re committed to your professional growth while providing a supportive environment where your contributions truly make a difference.
Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
