Office / Purchasing Administrator

Get Staffed Online Recruitment LimitedPeterboroughreedpublished 10/05/2026

Our client is currently seeking a dedicated Office / Purchasing Administrator who has excellent attention to detail. This is a full-time role, based in Peterborough with immediate start available. This role is instrumental in ensuring their business runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collating, checking and processing internal timesheets for site-based teams.
  • Ensuring timesheets are received accurately and within required deadlines.
  • Liaising with site teams to obtain missing timesheets.
  • Collating timesheets in readiness for payroll.
  • Collating and checking employee / site expenses.
  • Processing internal expense authorisations and arranging approved payments.
  • Maintaining accurate records of expenses and supporting documentation.
  • Purchasing materials, PPE, equipment and other items required by site teams and the wider business.
  • Liaising with suppliers regarding pricing and availability, quotations etc.
  • Raising and processing purchase orders on SAGE.
  • Checking purchasing documentation against orders and invoices.
  • Maintaining accurate purchasing and administrative records.
  • Supporting the office team with general administration as required.
  • Ensuring information is processed accurately, confidentially and within required timescales.
  • Maintaining supporting documentation relating to company vehicles and associated expenditure.
  • Assisting with general fleet administration as required.
  • Collating and maintaining records of company vehicle mileage.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Has strong administrative and organisational skills.
  • Has excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Is confident working with figures, timesheets, expenses and purchasing records.
  • Is comfortable chasing outstanding information and following tasks through to completion.
  • Can prioritise their workload and work to deadlines.
  • Confident communicating with site-based employees, managers and suppliers.
  • Good IT skills, including SAGE, Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
  • Is able to work independently while also being part of a wider team.
  • Has a practical, organised and proactive approach to work.

Benefits:

  • 28 days holiday per annum, including bank holidays.
  • Predominantly Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:30 (37.5 hours per week).
  • Free staff parking available.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme for personal support.

Our client values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. They believe that a diverse workplace enhances creativity and innovation.