via indeed · 12 June 2026 ·1 day ago

Administrative Buyer

Ferns Surfacing
Maidstone Full-time
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Overview
We are seeking a detail\-oriented and highly organised Administrative Buyer to join our procurement team. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills, have a positive attitude, be self\-motivated, conscientious and able to demonstrate knowledge and experience within a similar administrative or purchasing role. The role will be responsible for raising purchase orders, processing invoice queries and supporting the team with administrative and daily tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Raising purchase orders, and seeing them through to the point of delivery.

  • Investigating and processing invoice queries

  • Administrative tasks, answering the phones along with general ad\-hoc tasks.

  • Department support with our internal purchasing system, Sicon.

  • Holiday cover for the other procurement team members.
Qualifications

This role is ideal for someone starting out in their career, who has had some exposure to purchasing and/or administrative experience.

  • At least 1 year administration experience is preferred.

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities at one time

  • Confident communication skills and proactive attitude to work.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication

  • Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

  • Experience with purchase order or ERP systems would be an advantage (but full training will be provided).
Own transport required due to office location.

Full Time; Monday \- Friday on the following schedule
Week 1 \- 7am\-4pm
Week 2 \- 8am\-5pm

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £25,500\.00\-£30,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Free parking

  • Life insurance

  • On\-site parking

  • Referral programme
Experience:
  • Administrative: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

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