Purchasing Assistant

Are you a detail\-oriented multitasker with a knack for keeping things organised? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Networks Centre is looking for a Purchasing Assistant to join our busy and vibrant Purchasing Department. We are one of the UK’s leading networking distributors, with three UK\-based companies alongside an entity in both The Netherlands and Norway. Our purchasing and procurement activities for the Group are managed from our Head Office in Ashington, West Sussex.

Why Join Us?

· Be part of a high\-energy, fast\-moving office where your contributions truly make a difference.

· Enjoy opportunities to develop and grow within a supportive and experienced team.

· Gain exposure to international procurement, working with Global suppliers.

What You’ll Be Doing (In a Nutshell):

✔ Communicating daily with both internal teams and external suppliers.
✔ Processing back\-to\-back customer orders and maintaining intercompany trade between the group.
✔ Checking supplier order acknowledgements against purchase orders (POs) and updating systems accordingly.
✔ Liaising with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and proactively resolving any issues.
✔ Coordinating with the sales and service teams to meet urgent customer demands and SLAs.
✔ Conducting stock analysis and assisting in supplier negotiations.

What We’re Looking For:

· Strong organisational skills with a sharp attention to detail.

· Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast\-paced office.

· A team player who can also handle individual responsibilities with confidence.

· A clear and assertive communicator—comfortable liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

· Experience in purchasing, procurement, or administration (preferred but not essential).

· Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and general office systems.

We are looking for someone ambitious and eager to kick\-start their career in Purchasing. Strong communication skills are at the heart of what we do, ensuring smooth business operations. You will need to be assertive, organised, and able to prioritise tasks effectively in a time\-critical environment. This role is fast\-moving and diverse—each day brings new challenges, keeping it exciting and rewarding.

If you are looking for a role where you can make an impact and grow within a thriving business, we’d love to hear from you!

Full\-time, Permanent.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: From £26,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events


• Free parking


• Health \& wellbeing programme


• On\-site parking

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