56 Best purchasing assistant Jobs in Birmingham (November 2026)

Bookkeeper / Administration Assistant Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Location: [Insert Location] About the Role We are looking for an experienced, organised and reliable Bookkeeper / Administration Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will have previous experience in bookkeeping and general office administration, with excellent knowledge of Sage 50 accounting software. This is a varied role suited to someone who is confident working independently, has strong attention to detail and can manage multiple responsibilities while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping & Accounts • Maintaining accurate financial records using Sage 50., • Processing purchase invoices and sales invoices., • Managing supplier and customer accounts., • Processing payments and receipts., • Reconciling bank statements and company accounts., • Monitoring accounts payable and receivable., • Preparing and processing VAT returns., • Assisting with month-end and year-end accounts., • Managing petty cash and company expenses., • Chasing outstanding payments and resolving account queries. Essential Requirements • Proven, hands-on experience using Sage 50 is essential., • Previous experience in a bookkeeping and accounts administration role., • Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial processes., • Experience processing invoices, payments and bank reconciliations., • Knowledge and experience of VAT returns., • Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook., • Strong numerical and organisational skills., • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy., • Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively., • Good communication and problem-solving skills., • A professional, reliable and proactive approach to work. Desirable Skills • AAT qualification or relevant bookkeeping/accounting qualification., • Experience working within a small or medium-sized business., • Experience dealing directly with suppliers, customers and accountants., • Previous experience managing accounts from start to finish., • Confidence producing financial reports and spreadsheets. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is confident, trustworthy and takes pride in their work. You must be able to hit the ground running, demonstrate initiative and manage both bookkeeping and general administration duties without constant supervision. Please note: Extensive practical experience with Sage 50 is essential. Applicants without previous Sage 50 experience will not be considered.

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Amsons Your Islamic Lifestyle - Small Heath

Assistant commercial manager

About the Company We are a growing business operating across retail, wholesale and e-commerce, offering a wide range of products to customers through our physical and online channels. We are committed to improving our product offering, customer experience and digital presence while developing sustainable commercial growth. We are now seeking an experienced and commercially minded Assistant Commercial Manager to join our team and support the continued development of our sales and commercial operations. About the Role The Assistant Commercial Manager will support the management team in analysing business performance, identifying commercial opportunities and implementing strategies to increase revenue and profitability. The role involves working closely with sales, purchasing, marketing, retail and e-commerce teams. The successful candidate will use sales information, customer insights, market research and competitor analysis to support pricing, product selection, promotions and wider commercial decisions. This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys working with data, understanding customer demand and contributing to practical business growth. Key Responsibilities • Analyse sales performance, customer demand and market trends to support commercial decision-making., • Monitor sales volumes, product performance, margins, stock levels and profitability., • Assist management with pricing strategies, promotional activities and product range planning., • Review customer purchasing patterns and identify opportunities to improve sales and customer engagement., • Conduct competitor and market research to identify changing market conditions, competitor activity and potential business opportunities., • Research and assess potential new products, suppliers and commercial opportunities., • Support purchasing decisions by reviewing product demand, stock performance, pricing and supplier information., • Assist with supplier relationships, supplier communications and commercial negotiations., • Prepare sales forecasts, management reports, performance updates and commercial analysis., • Track key commercial performance indicators and highlight areas requiring improvement., • Work with marketing teams to support promotional campaigns and activities designed to increase sales., • Work with retail and e-commerce teams to improve product presentation, availability and customer experience., • Support the development and implementation of commercial plans and strategies., • Assist in identifying opportunities to increase revenue, improve margins and reduce unnecessary costs., • Contribute to business planning, product development and commercial projects., • Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure relevant information is available to management., • Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior management based on sales and market analysis., • Undertake other commercially related duties appropriate to the role. Skills and Experience The ideal candidate will have: • Experience in a commercial, sales, purchasing, business development or related environment., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Good understanding of sales performance, pricing, margins and commercial planning., • Ability to analyse sales and market information and turn findings into practical recommendations., • Good knowledge of customer behaviour, market trends and competitor activity., • Strong communication and negotiation skills., • Good organisational and time-management skills., • Ability to work effectively with sales, marketing, purchasing, retail and e-commerce teams., • Good attention to detail and ability to prepare accurate reports., • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider management team., • Good IT and spreadsheet skills, with the ability to work with sales and commercial data. Key Attributes We are looking for someone who is: • Commercially aware and results focused., • Analytical and comfortable working with data., • Proactive in identifying opportunities and solving problems., • Well organised and able to manage competing priorities., • Confident communicating with colleagues, suppliers and business partners., • Customer focused and interested in understanding changing customer needs., • Flexible and willing to support different areas of the business., • Able to make well-informed recommendations based on research and available business information.

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