Purchasing Administrator, Office Angels

Office Angels

Location:
United Kingdom, Tiptree

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

27000.00 GBP / Year ▼

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Job Description:

My client, a manufacturer based in Tiptree, is looking for a proactive and detail-orientated Purchasing Administrator to join their busy office team. The role includes full training and exposure to various aspects of an office environment. This position is initially temporary with a view to becoming permanent.

Job Responsibility:

Generate purchase orders for inventory as directed by the Supply Chain Manager
track stock levels and reorder to maintain optimal inventory levels
handle supplier acknowledgements and update relevant systems with estimated arrival times
update material details such as pricing and customer information
coordinate with departments regarding the estimated arrival times of stock materials
monitor outstanding orders and ensure records align with key supplier records
ensure that damaged and quarantined stock is either credited or replaced by suppliers
regularly update stock code prices
address any purchase invoice queries from the Accounts Department
investigate missing dispatch notes related to invoices from the Accounts Department
resolve supplier material issues and ensure the company's account is credited when necessary
conduct product comparisons as requested or required
maintain existing supplier relationships
prioritise workload to ensure relevant orders are processed to meet customer delivery expectations
support the returns function by ensuring all returns are processed and stock control is maintained
support departmental KPIs and enter accurate data accordingly
provide regular updates on purchasing activities to the Technical Manager, Production Manager, and Sales Team Manager
link product specifications with FSC and PEFC requirements for audit purposes
review stock trends regularly and report findings to the Supply Chain Manager
research and source new materials with a focus on cost-effectiveness and added value
maintain and develop supplier relationships through regular visits

Requirements:

Great customer service skills
organized
good Excel skills
confident speaking to customers
willingness to learn

What we offer:

Pension Scheme
onsite parking
great inhouse training
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
annual reviews

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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