Administrator/Purchasing Assistant

FreeSpirits; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the region is seeking an experienced Administrator in Newcastle-under-Lyme. This role involves reception duties, supporting accounts, and managing procurement activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring efficient processes and compliance. An attractive salary package is offered alongside 18 days of holiday plus bank holidays once permanent.

Benefits

18 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar administrative role.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail crucial for procurement tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage reception, phone calls, and greet visitors.
• Process purchase orders and vendor quotes.
• Maintain supplier records and track orders.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Negotiation Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Meridian Business Support are currently looking for an experienced Administrator with some Purchase Ledger experience to work for their client based in Newcastle Under Lyme.

Our client requests that the ideal candidate will have experience in the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Looking after Reception, taking phone calls, assisting and greeting visitors
• Sending Order Acknowledgements
• Supporting Accounts
• Generate Quotations to Bill of Materials
• Create and process purchase orders
• Request and compare vendor quotes
• Maintain and update supplier records
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate with internal departments to determine purchasing needs
• Follow up on delayed or missing deliveries
• Help manage inventory levels and reorder supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies
  
  

Basic Skills Required:

• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of procurement systems
• Organisational and time management abilities
• Knowledge in Microsoft Excel
  
  

Hours of work are:

8am 5.30pm Monday to Thursday (can be negotiated to suit)(36 hours per week)

Salary £25500.00 - £27000.00 - Depending on Experience

18 Days Holiday plus bank Holidays Once Permanent

Please upload your cv today and you will receive a call back.

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