PURCHASING ASSISTANT part time

Recruit Assist are in a recruitment partnership with a North London metal company, we are hiring a Purchasing Assistant for maternity cover, this will be a FTC contract starting from November 2026.

JOB TITLE: PURCHASING ASSISTANT (part time)

Part Time Salary: £18,7000 ( £18.00 Per Hour)

Part Time Hours: 20 Hours P.W

Shift Pattern: Monday To Friday

Purchasing Assistant Tasks And Responsibilities

• Check product codes, quantities, prices and delivery addresses.

• Track purchase orders from placement through to delivery.

• Update order records when suppliers provide revised information.

• Ensure purchase orders are correctly authorised.

• Match supplier order confirmations to purchase orders

• Raise and process purchase orders in line with company requirements.

• Obtain quotations from approved suppliers.

• Compare supplier prices, availability and lead times.

• Monitor outstanding purchase orders.

• Ensure orders are placed within required timescales.

• Check supplier confirmations against purchase orders.

• Maintain accurate purchasing records.

• Communicate with suppliers by telephone and email.

• Request pricing, availability and delivery information.

• Build and maintain positive supplier relationships.

• Follow up delayed or outstanding orders.

• Resolve purchasing and delivery queries.

• Escalate supplier issues where necessary.

• Maintain accurate supplier contact information.

• Assist with reviewing supplier performance.

• Monitor stock levels and identify replenishment requirements.

• Review stock reports and purchasing requirements.

• Liaise with warehouse teams regarding stock availability.

• Identify potential stock shortages.Assist with maintaining stock levels

Candidate Requirements

2 Years Purchasing and Procurement experience

Confident with maths and excel

immediately available for interview

Excel - VLook UP, formulas, Pivot Tables, charts

Interested in joining our client as a Purchasing Assistant?

To be considered for this warehouse opportunity, all candidates must apply for this position and then we will review your application and contact you by phone and email