Purchasing Assistant

Maidstone, Kent
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Purchasing Assistant

Location: Ashford and Lympne

Permanent

Benefits:

* Competitive salary circa £28k per annum pro rata

* Flexible part-time hours: 9.30 – 2.30, Monday to Friday

About the Role and Client:

Our client is seeking a dedicated Purchasing Assistant to provide administrative support to the Purchasing Department. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the timely acquisition of materials and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Responsibilities:

* Act as the first point of contact for suppliers

* Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently

* Handle goods-in paperwork

* Check and collate order acknowledgements

* Liaise with scheduling/production teams regarding delivery updates

* Monitor stock levels

* Track orders and resolve delivery issues with suppliers

* Maintain supplier records and monitor delivery times for KPI compliance

* Provide general administrative support to the Purchasing Team

Candidate Requirements:

* Previous administrative experience preferred

* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

* Ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment

* Strong communication skills, verbal and written

* Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Morgan Jones is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

About Morgan Jones:

Morgan Jones Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency with a reputation for excellence. We connect talented individuals with outstanding opportunities.

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Job Info
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Job Title:
Purchasing Assistant
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Maidstone, Kent
Salary:
£26000 - £28000 Per annum
Posted:
Jan 6th 2026
Closes:
Feb 6th 2026
Sector:
Retail & Purchasing
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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