Buying Administrator / Procurement Assistant
Location: Nr Tonbridge, Kent
£30,000 + Benefits
About the Business
We are recruiting on behalf of a major UK fresh produce and FMCG supplier delivering year-round products to major retail, wholesale, and foodservice clients. Working directly alongside experienced Buying Managers, this role offers an ideal introduction into fresh produce procurement and commercial operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Create accurate Purchase Orders and maintain consignment details within internal systems.
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Collate and review supplier paperwork, amending inbound delivery logs as needed.
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Track Estimated Times of Arrival (ETAs) and communicate updates with freight forwarders and internal teams.
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Update estimated costs and set up system advances to support grower cash flow management.
Key Requirements
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Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills (ability to use basic formulas).
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High attention to detail with excellent data entry skills.
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Clear written/spoken English with the confidence to communicate across teams and challenge where necessary.
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Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is advantageous but not essential.
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An FMCG, food manufacturing, or fresh produce background is desirable.
Package & Benefits
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Competitive base salary of £30,000
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33 days holiday allowance (6.6 weeks)
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Company pension scheme and optional share scheme
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Free on-site parking
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Employee Assistance Programme, Medicash, and Life Assurance / Death in Service benefit
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Cycle2Work scheme and ongoing learning & development opportunities
Permanent Position - Permanent (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM / 40 hours per week)
