Commercial Administrator

The VEKA UK Group; Burnley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Administrator to enhance their Procurement team. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate purchasing processes and supporting the Commercial team. You will manage purchase orders, resolve discrepancies, and maintain supplier records, ensuring supply continuity. The company offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive culture, this position provides an exciting opportunity to grow within a leading global manufacturer of PVC products.

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Pension (6% employer contribution)

Annual profit share

Discounted gym membership

Free fruit & coffee machines

Subsidised vending machines

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence in communicating with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the PO Requisition Database and raise non-stock purchase orders.
• Investigate and resolve invoice queries, chasing supplier credits where necessary.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

The role

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-focused individual to join our Procurement team as a Purchasing Administrator. In this role, you will play an important part in keeping purchasing processes accurate and efficient, maintaining supplier records, and supporting the wider Commercial team.

What you'll do

1. Manage the PO Requisition Database and raise non-stock purchase orders
2. Cross-reference supplier order acknowledgements and resolve discrepancies
3. Create and distribute supplier purchase order schedules
4. Run daily shortages and exception reports to support supply continuity
5. Investigate and resolve invoice queries, chasing supplier credits where necessary
6. Maintain supplier documentation, certification records, and the Contracts Register
7. Produce monthly Vendor Rating reports and communicate results to suppliers
8. Provide general administrative support to the Procurement team

What you'll need

1. Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
2. Confidence in communicating with suppliers and internal teams
3. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
5. Experience using SAP (desirable but not essential)
6. A self-motivated approach and commitment to high standards

What you'll get

• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Pension (6% employer contribution)
• Annual profit share
• Discounted gym membership
• Free fruit & coffee machines
• Subsidised vending machines
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme

What we do

VEKA has been leading the global development of PVC window systems for over 50 years, through design, innovation and customer focus. With factories in over 40 countries across Europe, Asia and America, VEKA is the world’s largest manufacturer of extruded PVC products.

At VEKA, we are more than just a workplace; we are a global community of passionate individuals dedicated to excellence. We are innovators, constantly pushing boundaries to shape the future of our industry. We are collaborators, creating a culture of teamwork, accountability and mutual support. We are committed to the growth and development of our people because we believe that when our employees thrive, so does our organisation.

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