Purchasing assistant Work, Jobs in Asfordby, Lec (with Salaries)

Purchasing Assistant
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- £26,727.60 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Free parking
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- £34,000 - £47,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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- Full-time
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- £31,335 a year
- Hybrid work
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- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Purchasing Assistant

TLA Distribution Ltd
Nottingham

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£26,727.60 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Analysis skills
Purchasing
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Purchasing Assistant

Location: 63-69 Moorbridge Road, Bingham, Nottingham, NG13 8GG

Salary: £26,727.60 per annum

Job Type: Full-time 40 hours per week, permanent contract

TLA Distribution Ltd is a well-established independent distributor of electrical components, supplying market-leading brands. With 90 employees across five branches throughout the UK, our growing company is supported by a team of dedicated and knowledgeable professionals who deliver outstanding technical support for automation and control products across the industrial electrical sector. We believe our friendly, supportive culture—combined with continuous training and development—makes our team the very best.

TLA are currently seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the team at our Head Office in Bingham. The ideal candidate will have industry and product knowledge able to deliver excellent customer service to our key customers over the phone, face to face in branch or via email to drive customer loyalty.

As a Purchasing Assistant, you will be a key point of contact, providing administrative and purchasing support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the purchasing function. You will liaise with suppliers and internal departments, process purchase orders, monitor deliveries, maintain accurate records, and help resolve any order or supply issues. Working closely with the wider team, you will support efficient stock replenishment, build strong supplier relationships, and help ensure materials and services are available to meet business needs.

Core Purchasing Responsibilities

· Work within our centralised purchasing team, placing orders manually & digitally with suppliers

· Managing and maintaining stock levels

· Reviewing stock levels and requirements

· Monitoring internal transfers between branches

Following up with suppliers
Updating the team about any delays or problems with suppliers
Researching new products and suppliers

· Working closely with sales teams to ensure customer requirements are met and with the warehouse teams to ensure delivery errors are dealt with correctly

Negotiating contracts with suppliers
Presenting cost analyses to the department
Maintaining records of supplier contracts
Staying up to date with industry trends
Maintaining strong relationships with vendors

Skills That Will Set You Up for Success

We're looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and time management skills. The ideal candidate will be confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams are essential. Previous purchasing or administrative experience is an advantage, along with a willingness to learn and contribute to the team's success.

What TLA can offer;

· Full time role Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm – 40 hours per week

· Salary: dependent on experience

· Overtime available but not compulsory

· Employee Ownership trust EOT TAX FREE BONUS on qualification

· Be a stakeholder in the business

· Other bonus potential possible

What is EOT?

As all employees get an indirect stake in the company on qualification, there are substantial benefits associated with being owned by an EOT, such as:

· Greater employee engagement and commitment.

· Reduced absenteeism.

· Greater drive for improvement.

· Improved business performance.

If you would like to join us at TLA Distribution Ltd please send your CV and covering letter, including details of your current salary to:

HR Department

63-69 Moorbridge Road

Bingham

Nottinghamshire

NG13 8GG

Or email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Closing date: Friday 17th July 2026

Interview Date: Ongoing

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We are an equal opportunity employer. we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. when submitting your details, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the interview process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,727.60 per year

Benefits:

Free parking
On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

Nottingham NG13 8GG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Microsoft Excel: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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