Buying Administrator

Buying Administrator / Procurement Assistant

Location: Nr Tonbridge Kent

30000 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

• Create accurate Purchase Orders and maintain consignment details within internal systems.
• Collate and review supplier paperwork amending inbound delivery logs as needed.
• Track Estimated Times of Arrival (ETAs) and communicate updates with freight forwarders and internal teams.
• Update estimated costs and set up system advances to support grower cash flow management.

Key Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office including intermediate Excel skills (ability to use basic formulas).
• High attention to detail with excellent data entry skills.
• Clear written/spoken English with the confidence to communicate across teams and challenge where necessary.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is advantageous but not essential.
• An FMCG food manufacturing or fresh produce background is desirable.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of 30000
• 33 days holiday allowance (6.6 weeks)
• Company pension scheme and optional share scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme Medicash and Life Assurance / Death in Service benefit
• Cycle2Work scheme and ongoing learning & development opportunities

Permanent Position - Permanent (Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM / 40 hours per week)