This is a great opportunity to work for an award winning global business where you will have the opportunity to develop a worthwhile career.

After many years in the industry they are trusted suppliers to many companies around the world for their bespoke products that are built on site.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a Purchasing Administrator to work on exciting projects within the business.

Job Purpose:

To fulfil the scope of ordering supplies, equipment and consumables from external suppliers from our internal MRP system - Sage. This enables the prompt assembly of our products and control systems to meet customer expected delivery dates. Liaison across Engineering, Shipping and Operations to ensure communication of delivery dates for supplies are timely and accurate.

Key relationships:

External - Supplier key accounts
Internal - Production team, Warehouse Team, Buying team

Main responsibilities:

• Place purchase orders in line with delivery schedules online / offline MRP
• Place ad hoc orders for direct / indirect requirements and consumable orders
• Maintain Purchase Order confirmations / due dates and chase back orders
• Consult with the Production team to advise delivery dates / arrivals of parts
• Liaise with Warehouse to Receive, Check and Book to stock materials.
• Consult with the Goods In team to notify suppliers of any delivery discrepancies and provide resolutions
• Assist with the annual Stock Take / Cycle Counts
• Deal with invoice queries
• General support to the Buying Team

Key attributes:
• Possess strong purchasing, sales administration, or office administration experience, ideally 1-2 years within a manufacturing environment
• Be proficient with MS Office applications - Sage would be preferred but not essential
• Confident communicator with the ability to speak clearly to suppliers and internal colleagues
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to multitask and 'juggle priorities, referring to others when required
• Be able to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to remain calm under pressure

This is a great opportunity to work for an award winning global business where you will have the opportunity to develop a worthwhile career