Manufacturing Purchasing & Operations Coordinator

NFP PEOPLE; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

NFP PEOPLE is seeking a proactive Purchasing & Operations Administrator to join a busy manufacturing environment in Lancaster. The role covers purchasing, production support and general operations, with a 40.5-hour week and a 18-month fixed-term contract.

You will work closely with the Procurement Controller to ensure timely deliveries, accurate BOMs and efficient processes. The team values reliability, organisation and strong supplier communication across a compact office.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or similar fast-paced environments.
• Confident communicator with supplier-facing skills and strong attention to detail.
• Able to manage several priorities and follow processes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing materials in line with production plans and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Ordering consumables, equipment and services for production.
• Booking in deliveries and ensuring materials reach the correct location.
• Tracking materials against production schedules to avoid delays.
• Liaising with suppliers regarding deliveries, quality, discrepancies and late orders.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing, maintenance and repair records; coordinating plant maintenance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Procurement support

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

NFP PEOPLE is seeking a proactive Purchasing & Operations Administrator to join a busy manufacturing environment in Lancaster. The role covers purchasing, production support and general operations, with a 40.5-hour week and a 18-month fixed-term contract.

You will work closely with the Procurement Controller to ensure timely deliveries, accurate BOMs and efficient processes. The team values reliability, organisation and strong supplier communication across a compact office.