Operations Assistant (within Supply Chain)
CV-LibraryHigh Wycombe, BuckinghamshirepermanentPosted: 9 July 2026
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High Wycombe
£30,000
Permanent
Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:30pm
We're looking for a proactive and organised individual to join a friendly, well-established business in High Wycombe. This is a varied role where you'll support the purchasing and supply chain team, working closely with suppliers and internal departments to help keep everything running smoothly. It's a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, building relationships and being involved in the day-to-day operations of a busy business.
Key Responsibilities of the Operations Assistant:
* Raising and processing purchase orders
* Sourcing materials and liaising with suppliers
* Monitoring stock levels and supplier deliveries
* Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams
* Supporting procurement activities and resolving supplier queries
* Producing reports and analysing purchasing data
* Identifying opportunities to improve processes
* Supporting the wider Supply Chain team with day-to-day administration
Requirements of the Operations Assistant:
* Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, supply chain or operations
* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
* Confident communicator with good relationship-building skills
* Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills
* Comfortable working with business systems (SAGE experience beneficial)
* Able to prioritise a varied workload
* Positive, proactive approach
What's on offer
* Company pension
* Private healthcare
* Healthcare cash plan
* Life assurance
* Critical illness cover
* Sickness insurance
* Option to purchase additional annual leave
* Cycle to Work scheme
* High street discounts
* Ongoing training and career development
High Wycombe
£30,000
Permanent
Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:30pm
We're looking for a proactive and organised individual to join a friendly, well-established business in High Wycombe. This is a varied role where you'll support the purchasing and supply chain team, working closely with suppliers and internal departments to help keep everything running smoothly. It's a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, building relationships and being involved in the day-to-day operations of a busy business.
Key Responsibilities of the Operations Assistant:
* Raising and processing purchase orders
* Sourcing materials and liaising with suppliers
* Monitoring stock levels and supplier deliveries
* Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams
* Supporting procurement activities and resolving supplier queries
* Producing reports and analysing purchasing data
* Identifying opportunities to improve processes
* Supporting the wider Supply Chain team with day-to-day administration
Requirements of the Operations Assistant:
* Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, supply chain or operations
* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
* Confident communicator with good relationship-building skills
* Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills
* Comfortable working with business systems (SAGE experience beneficial)
* Able to prioritise a varied workload
* Positive, proactive approach
What's on offer
* Company pension
* Private healthcare
* Healthcare cash plan
* Life assurance
* Critical illness cover
* Sickness insurance
* Option to purchase additional annual leave
* Cycle to Work scheme
* High street discounts
* Ongoing training and career development