Purchasing Assistant
Posted 3 days ago by Innova Solutions
£22 Per hour
Inside
Undetermined
Desford, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Purchasing Assistant role focuses on indirect procurement, requiring a proactive individual who can navigate dynamic environments and solve problems effectively. The position involves processing purchase orders, supporting sourcing activities, and maintaining supplier records. Strong data analysis skills and excellent communication abilities are essential for success in this fast-paced team. This is a 12-month contract based in Desford, England.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently
- Support tenders and sourcing activities
- Set up and maintain supplier records
- Conduct market research to identify new suppliers
- Resolve invoice queries with speed and professionalism
- Track and report on procurement KPIs
- Navigate ambiguity and drive clarity
Key Skills:
- Solid experience in indirect purchasing
- Sharp common sense and a proactive mindset
- Confident with data analysis and digital tools (Excel, ERP systems, etc.)
- Excellent communication skills with internal teams and external suppliers
Salary (Rate): £21.81 hourly
City: Desford
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Purchasing
Associate Procurement Professional (Purchasing Assistant) – Indirect Procurement Desford | 12-Month Contract | £21.81 via Umbrella
Systems: Coupa, ERP, SAP – Glovia, Microsoft Office, PowerBi
We’re looking for a smart, proactive Purchasing Assistant to join our fast-paced team in Desford. If you’re a natural problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments and knows how to get things done—even when the process isn’t crystal clear—this is your opportunity.
What you’ll bring:
- Solid experience in indirect purchasing
- Sharp common sense and a proactive mindset
- Confident with data analysis and digital tools (Excel, ERP systems, etc.)
- Excellent communication skills with internal teams and external suppliers
Proven ability to:
- Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently
- Support tenders and sourcing activities
- Set up and maintain supplier records
- Conduct market research to identify new suppliers
- Resolve invoice queries with speed and professionalism
- Track and report on procurement KPIs
- Navigate ambiguity and drive clarity