Purchasing Assistant
Up to £31,000 (DOE)
Founded in 2011, Glow Green is a FCA regulated renewable technology installation and finance business. Glow Green aims to become the most successful UK wide installer of solar, battery and heat pumps.
Glow Green is now rated “The UK’s Top Pick Installer” of 2025 and 2026 by The Independent.
Glow Green are proud to have successfully reached over 15,000 reviews across two Trustpilot pages, with our solar page being 4.7/5 star rating.
We are partnered with Utility Warehouse (Telecom Plus PLC), Uswitch, MoneySuperMarket, HIVE and GoCompare, and further launches with other leading comparison brands are happening soon.
We have been successfully trading for over 15 years, employing over 170 office staff and over 3000 engineers nationwide. We have built a bespoke CRM and various web applications to fuel our growth. Our digital infrastructure will enable us to become the UK's largest energy installer in the coming years.
What We’re Looking For
We’re on the hunt for a quick-learning, proactive Purchasing Assistant to join our Purchasing Team. Based in our Ferndown office, you will help us manage purchase orders, supplier communication and system updates.
This is a great opportunity for someone who’s tech-savvy, confident with suppliers and enjoys a mix of work.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Raising and managing purchase orders via our internal systems
- Communicating with suppliers on orders, pricing and delivery updates
- Updating spreadsheets and item data across our CRM and supply chain tools
- Supporting the Purchasing Manager with tasks needed
- Being a team player with the Logistics Team
You’ll Need To Be...
- At least one year's experience in a similar role
- Organised, tech-savvy, and confident using spreadsheets & systems
- A strong communicator with a friendly and professional phone manner
- A team player who’s willing to muck in all elements of purchasing and supply chain
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same
- Keen to grow and learn in a supply chain and operations environment
What’s in it for you
- Up to £31, 000 per annum depending on experience
- Get rewarded for your hard work with performance-related pay reviews
- Take time for yourself with 33 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays
- Grow your career through progression opportunities and cross-training development
- Enjoy work-life balance with a Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00 schedule
- Feel secure with company sick pay and a pension scheme
- Perks to brighten your day: eye care vouchers, paid socials, team lunches, daily fresh fruit, drinks, and sweet treats.
Our reputation for providing excellent service is readily reflected in the people that we employ.
The successful Purchasing Assistant will play a key role in supporting our growth journey as we work towards our mission of becoming the UK’s leading renewables installer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you live in Ferndown or surrounding area's?
Experience:
- Purchasing: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
