Purchasing Administrator

Are you available to start work immediately? Do you have experience raising and managing Purchase Orders? Are you proud of your exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills? If so, we'd love to hear from…

Pay rate £13.84 – £14.35/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 11 September 2026

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About this job

Are you available to start work immediately? Do you have experience raising and managing Purchase Orders?
Are you proud of your exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills?

If so, we'd love to hear from you!

This is an excellent opportunity to join our valued client based in Long Crendon. Working closely with the Buyer, you'll play an integral role in supporting the purchasing function, ensuring that Purchase Orders and related administrative processes are completed accurately and efficiently.

This role would suit a highly organised individual who enjoys working independently, takes ownership of their workload, and thrives in a structured administrative environment where accuracy is key.

Following an initial training period, a hybrid working pattern is available. Due to our client's location, candidates should have access to their own transport.

Key Responsibilities

Raising Purchase Orders (POs)
Updating and amending PO numbers and pricing information
Following up on Purchase Orders to ensure timely delivery of materials
Supporting inventory planning requirements
Assisting with supplier reporting and data analysis
Resolving PO-related queries from internal departments, including Finance
Providing administrative support to the Buyer and Purchasing function
Supporting stocktake activities when required
Maintaining accurate records and system data

What We're Looking For

Proven experience raising and managing Purchase Orders
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Strong communication skills and a proactive approach
Experience within manufacturing, production, supply chain, or purchasing environments would be advantageous

As an Adecco Associate, You'll Also Benefit From:

Discounts with leading high-street retailers
Wellbeing support and resources
Employee recognition schemes
Access to our Employee Assistance ProgrammeFor more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact the Adecco Aylesbury team or apply today. We'd love to hear from you!

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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