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Posted 21 July, 2026

Purchasing Assistant

Talent Guardian
Poole, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

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  • 12-weeks temp-perm contract
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  • Purchasing Assistant
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  • Provide administrative support to the Purchasing team
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Talent Guardian are recruiting for a Purchasing Assistant on a 12-week temp-perm contract for our client based in Poole, Dorset.Location: PooleContract: 12-Week Temp-to-PermSalary: £26,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (35 hours per week)Responsibilities: \n
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  • Provide administrative support to the Purchasing team.
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  • Raise purchase orders and liaise with suppliers regarding deliveries, pricing and stock availability.
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  • Chase outstanding deliveries and resolve invoice or quality queries.
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  • Update internal systems and maintain accurate records.
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  • Support the warehouse and sales teams with purchasing-related administration.
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  • Monitor stock levels and assist with product setup and testing.
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  • Complete general administrative duties and electronic filing.
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What We're Looking For:\n
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  • Previous purchasing or administration experience.
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  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
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  • Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
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  • Good communication and numerical skills.
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  • A proactive attitude with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
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  • A friendly team player who can also work independently.
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If you're looking for a varied role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position after 12 weeks, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!