Purchasing Administrator

We're working with a successful and innovative client that designs and manufactures high-tech equipment for global export. With their UK head office and international offices overseas, this company continues to grow and is now looking to add a Purchasing Administrator to their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive business where you'll play a key role in ensuring materials and components are delivered on time, to budget, and in line with production needs.

The role:

• Supporting the purchasing of materials from approved suppliers, securing the best commercial terms and delivery schedules.
• Monitoring supply and demand schedules, progressing purchase orders, and updating the ERP system.
• Running reports to track delivery backlogs and material shortages, working closely with internal teams to update production schedules.
• Building supplier relationships to drive on-time delivery and performance improvements.
• Generating works orders and managing production bills of materials.
• Handling non-conformance activities with vendors, supporting corrective/preventative actions, and tracking supplier performance.
• Maintaining the ERP system daily, ensuring timely component availability for production.
• Preparing and submitting supplier quotations for cost-saving and consolidation exercises.

Experience:

• Previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain administration role, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Confident user of ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills - able to liaise effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage changing priorities.
• A proactive team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Benefits:

• A chance to join an established and growing international business.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience in a varied purchasing role.
• Salary will be between £26,000 - £28,000 depending on experience.
• 37 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 17:00 and Friday 08:30 - 13:30.
• 25 days holiday a year plus bank.
• Pension scheme above statutory rates.
• Generous company performance bonus scheme.
• Friendly, supportive team.