Purchasing assistant Work, Jobs in England (with Salaries)

Purchasing and Travel Assistant / Co-ordinator
Boskalis —Fareham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
Assistant Buyer (UK)
QVC —West London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Merchandising
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
2d
Buying Administration Assistant - OFFICE
Office Shoes —London
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Quick apply
Buyers Admin Assistant - Hardgoods
Mountain Warehouse —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Procurement Assistant
Civic Recruitment Limited —Surrey Heath
- £29.59 an hour
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Administrative experience
Quick apply
Purchasing Assistant
Signature Senior Lifestyle —Beaconsfield
- £27,000 - £29,000 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Assistant Buyer
Robert Dyas —Wimbledon
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Procurement Assistant
G MASS —London
- £25,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Organisational skills
Quick apply
12d
Buying Assistant
Pharmacy2U —Leeds
- £26,500 - £29,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Merchandising
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Buying Admin Assistant
Oh Polly —London
- £26,500 - £30,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
11d
Purchasing Assistant
The Business Supplies Group —Portsmouth
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Purchase Ledger Assistant
SG Technologies Ltd —London
- £27,000 - £31,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounting
- Organisational skills
- Flexitime
- Life insurance
Quick apply
Product Development and Buying Assistant
Brand Addition —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
Quick apply
Buying Admin Assistant
JoJo Maman Bébé —London
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
13d
Procurement Assistant
Avanti West Coast —Birmingham
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
3d
Assistant Buyer - Lingerie & Swimwear
New Look —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Sales
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Sales and Purchase Ledger Assistant 6m FTC
Solus Accident Repair Centres —Milton Keynes
- £24,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Merchandise Assistant (NEXT Wholly Owned Brands)
NEXT —London
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Analysis skills
- No travel
Purchase Ledger Assistant
Nisbets —Bristol
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Work from home
Procurement Assistant
Healthtrust Europe —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Annual leave
Quick apply
2d

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Purchasing and Travel Assistant / Co-ordinator

Boskalis -
Fareham

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time | Fixed term contract

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Procurement
Supply chain
ERP systems
Logistics
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Organisational skills
Purchasing

Full job description

How you can make your mark

Make your mark as a Purchasing and Travel Assistant / Co-ordinator at Boskalis!

The Purchasing and Travel Assistant / Co-ordinator plays a key role in supporting the business with the purchasing of goods and services for the company and it's projects in a timely and cost-effective manner, while also coordinating travel and accommodation for office, site and project personnel.

This role reports into the Purchasing Manager and has a strong focus on operational support and provides essential administrative and coordination support across purchasing and travel activities.

Main Tasks:

Travel Co-ordination

Act as a point of contact for travel-related queries from employees, providing support before and during travel
Arrange travel, accommodation, and associated logistics for office, site, and project staff in line with business requirements
Book flights, hotels, and car hire/leases in a cost-effective and timely manner
Support the BWL crewing function with travel arrangements, ensuring alignment with crew-change schedules
Provide travellers with clear and accurate itineraries, booking confirmations, and travel documentation
Support implementation and use of travel booking tools or systems where applicable
Conduct driving licence and passport checks where applicable

Purchasing Administration

Support the Purchasing Manager in the preparation and coordination of purchasing transactions.
Support Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and supplier quote comparisons
Raise, manage, and track Purchase Orders through to delivery and goods receipt
Process requests in line with company purchasing procedures and governance requirements
Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure goods and services are delivered in a timely and cost effective manner
Provide administrative support to maintain continuity during periods of high activity or absence
Maintain accurate records across purchasing and travel systems

Required Knowledge & Experience:

Experience in an administrative, coordination, or support role (purchasing, travel, logistics, or similar environment preferred but not essential)
Understanding of office administration processes, with a willingness to learn travel coordination and procurement activities
Experience or exposure to working with data, raising requests, or maintaining accurate records (e.g. spreadsheets, internal systems, or databases)
Confident using Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word) to manage information and support daily tasks
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple requests in a structured way
Ability to work flexibly and remain organised during periods of high workload or changing priorities
Demonstrates an interest in developing knowledge within purchasing, supply chain, or business operations

Desirable Knowledge & Experience:

Experience of arranging travel or accommodation in a professional or personal capacity (e.g. bookings, itineraries, coordination)
Experience using ERP systems or business systems and awareness of purchasing procedures, approvals, or compliance requirements
Exposure to purchasing processes such as raising Purchase Orders, tracking deliveries, or supplier liaison (through work experience, internships, or previous roles)

Over time, the successful candidate will gain exposure to supplier sourcing, cost evaluation, and purchasing processes, supported by structured training and on‑the‑job development.

We offer

What you can expect:

A dynamic environment: A job where you can make an impact as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
Rewarding conditions: As well as offering a competitive salary we give industry leading benefits, including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (based on a full-time contract), a generous pension package, with the opportunity to add flexible benefits, such as private health care, and the purchase of additional holiday days; free parking and beverages. Conveniently located office with a friendly, supportive team.
Career development: Plenty of opportunities to realise your full potential with training and development through our Boskalis Academy

Extra Information:

Your team: Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will work as a Purchase and Travel Assistant / Co-ordinator, in the Finance Business Unit.
Where you will work: You will be working predominantly at Westminster House in Fareham, Hampshire, UK. Whilst the role is based in Fareham, we offer up to 2 days a week hybrid working after completed probation.
Full/part-time job: The position of Purchase and Travel Assistant / Co-ordinator is a full-time job - 37.5 hours a week.
Permanent/Fixed Term: This is a permanent position.
Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online and in person at our Fareham office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.

About Boskalis

Boskalis Westminster Ltd, is the UK subsidiary of the Royal Boskalis Group, a leading global dredging and offshore contractor and maritime services provider. With roots in the Netherlands and operations around the globe, we pride ourselves on innovation, safety, and sustainability, offering challenging careers in the heart of the marine engineering sector.

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. Dredging is one of Boskalis’ core activities and has been at the heart of our business for over 100 years. We have delivered major international projects, including land reclamation for Manila International Airport, the development of Pulau Tekong in Singapore, Singapore’s first polder, and the expansion of the Suez Canal. We have also contributed to the creation of new nature areas such as the Marker Wadden.

Within this role, you will be part of our Dredging division, working on projects that protect coastlines, reclaim land and support the development of vital infrastructure.

Our long history reflects the ingenuity, expertise and commitment of our people. By working collaboratively, we continue to deliver complex projects and create lasting impact around the world.

Interested?

Interested?

Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your motivation letter and CV on our careers site.

We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please note that the position may be closed as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

Disclaimer for recruitment and selection agencies
We don’t accept any unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment and selection agencies.

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