About the Role
<strong>Office / Purchasing Administrator</strong><br>Castleford | Full-time <br>£27,500 per annum<br>Looking for a role that keeps you busy, connected, and part of a supportive team?<br><br><br>We're after someone organised, reliable, and friendly to join our client's friendly team, someone who enjoys variety in their day and takes pride in <br>keeping things running smoothly.<br><br><br>This role blends purchasing with general office administration, so you'll be right at the heart of day-to-day operations, helping with orders, liaising with suppliers and customers, and keeping everything ticking along behind the scenes. It is essential that you are a team player, who can comfortably retain key information, and take on wider tasks with ease.<br><br><br>Even better, this is a great opportunity to develop your purchasing career. The company actively supports professional growth, including CIPS qualifications and hands-on experience across the full purchasing process.<br><br><br>What You'll Be Doing<br><br><ul><li>Ordering stock and services, checking prices, and tracking deliveries.</li><ul><li>Liaising with suppliers and customers, handling queries and keeping communication clear.</li><li>Answering calls, emails, and greeting visitors in a professional, approachable manner.</li><li>Supporting other departments such as order processing, scheduling, and repairs.</li><li>Keeping records accurate and following company processes and KPIs.</li><li>Getting involved wherever needed - in a very friendly team</li></ul></ul><br><br>What We're Looking For<br><br><ul><li>A positive, professional approach with strong attention to detail.</li><ul><li>Someone reliable, efficient, and happy to juggle different tasks.</li><li>A friendly communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.</li><li>Eager to learn new things and get involved across departments.</li><li>Good time management and a proactive attitude.</li></ul></ul><br>Working Hours<br><br>Monday - Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30<br>Friday: 08:00 - 13:30<br>Early Friday finishes - start your weekend early!<br><br><br>Why You'll Love Working Here<br><br>You'll join a close-knit, supportive team where no two days are the same. Alongside a positive workplace, you'll enjoy a great range of benefits:<br><br><ul><li>On-site parking</li><ul><li>Pension: 4% employee contribution, 4% company contribution</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Holiday buying scheme (up to 5 extra days)</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Enhanced maternity and sick pay</li><li>Career development support including CIPS qualifications</li></ul></ul><br>If you like being part of a friendly, hard-working team, enjoy variety in your day, and want to develop your purchasing career, we'd love to hear from you.