Purchasing Assistant

Polkadotfrog • Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom • Posted May 25, 2026

Location Ipswich, Suffolk
Job Type Full-time
Category other-general
Posted May 25, 2026
Temporary Purchasing Assistant

Ipswich

Temporary - possibly permanent

15 / 29,000- 30,000

Immediate start

We're working with a fantastic manufacturing business who are looking for a Temporary Purchasing Assistant to jump in and make an immediate impact.

If you've got experience in purchasing, supply chain or administration within a fast-paced environment, this could be a great opportunity to build your skills, gain exposure to a busy procurement team, and make a real difference to production operations.

What youll be doing:

Raising and processing purchase orders for materials, components and supplies

Sourcing and comparing supplier quotes to get the best value

Monitoring stock requirements in line with production schedules

Chasing deliveries and keeping everything on track

Supporting the wider team by resolving supply or invoice issues quickly

Keeping ERP systems updated with accurate, up-to...

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