Purchasing Assistant

Nextech Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established technology distributor in Birmingham is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join their growing team. The role involves supporting daily purchasing activities, liaising with suppliers, and managing purchasing records. Ideal candidates will possess strong administrative skills and a proactive attitude. Opportunities for career progression and hybrid work flexibility are included. Apply today to learn more about the role and join a supportive team environment within technology.

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibility

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Ideally, experience working to tight deadlines in a pressured environment.
• A team-focused attitude with ability to collaborate effectively.
• Confidence using IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Support the sales team with purchasing requirements and supplier sourcing.
• Liaise with suppliers to maintain strong working relationships.
• Manage sales enquiries for non-stocked products.
• Assist with negotiations and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records using the company's in-house system.

Skills

Strong administration and organisational skills

Professional and confident telephone manner

Ability to prioritise workload effectively

Good Microsoft Office skills

Proactive mindset

Job description

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant / Purchasing Administrator
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £28,000

We're working with a well-established technology distributor based in Birmingham who are looking to add a Purchasing Assistant to their growing purchasing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced, commercial environment and wants to develop a career within purchasing and supply chain.

The Role

Working as part of the purchasing department, you'll support day-to-day buying activities and play a key role in ensuring products are sourced efficiently to meet sales requirements. You'll liaise closely with internal sales teams and external suppliers, helping to build strong relationships while ensuring orders are processed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently
• Support the sales team with purchasing requirements and supplier sourcing
• Liaise with suppliers to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Manage sales enquiries for non-stocked products
• Assist with negotiations and identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Maintain accurate records using the company's in‑house system (IMS)
• Support the purchasing team with general administrative duties

Key Skills & Experience

To succeed in this role, you'll ideally have:

• A professional and confident telephone manner
• Strong administration and organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise your own workload effectively
• Experience working to tight deadlines in a pressured environment
• A team‑focused attitude with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Good Microsoft Office skills and confidence using IT systems
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop

What's On Offer

• Hybrid working flexibility
• A supportive team environment within a growing tech distributor
• Opportunity to develop purchasing and supplier management skills
• Long‑term career progression opportunities

If you're organised, proactive, and looking to build a career within purchasing in the technology sector, this could be a great next step.

Apply today to find out more.