Parts Administrator

Adecco; Leyland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco are seeking a Parts Administrator to support a busy automotive manufacturing environment in Leyland. You will manage parts, stock levels and supplier communications to keep workshops and production teams supplied.

Working in a fast-paced, process-driven role, you will raise purchase orders, monitor inventory, and maintain accurate ERP records while liaising with engineers and stores teams. This temporary-to-perm opportunity offers progression within a manufacturing business.

Qualifications

• Experience in parts administration, stock control or supply chain within manufacturing.
• Ability to manage supplier communications and raise purchase orders.
• Proficient with ERP or inventory management systems and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Process parts orders and update the internal system.
• Raise purchase orders and liaise with suppliers for stock replenishment.
• Monitor stock levels and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Book deliveries and verify goods received against orders.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and support stock reconciliations.
• Maintain documentation for parts, stock transfers and deliveries.

Skills

Parts administration

Stock control

Supplier liaison

ERP / inventory systems

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Parts Administrator - Automotive Manufacturing (Temp to Perm)

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm

Location: Leyland

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Parts Administrator to support a busy and fast-moving automotive manufacturing environment. This is a key role within the business, providing administrative and operational support across parts, stock control, and supply chain functions. The successful candidate will play a vital part in ensuring workshop and production teams have the parts and materials they need to operate efficiently.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with systems and processes, and has strong attention to detail when managing stock, purchasing, and supplier communications.

About the Role

As a Parts Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of parts, inventory, and supply chain activities, ensuring accurate stock levels and efficient administrative processes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing parts orders and updating the internal system
• Raising purchase orders and liaising with suppliers for stock replenishment
• Monitoring stock levels and maintaining accurate inventory records
• Booking in deliveries and checking goods received against purchase orders
• Investigating stock discrepancies and supporting stock reconciliation activities
• Managing parts movements in and out of the workshop and stores areas
• Maintaining accurate documentation for parts, stock transfers, and deliveries
• Sourcing parts and materials from approved suppliers where required
• Supporting engineers and workshop teams with parts availability and order updates
• Monitoring supplier lead times and following up on outstanding orders
• Producing stock reports and assisting with inventory audits
• Updating ERP and stock management systems with accurate information
• Handling supplier and internal enquiries via telephone and email
• Providing general administrative support to the workshop, stores, and supply chain teams

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, methodical, and comfortable working within a blue-collar, fast-paced, and sometimes noisy automotive manufacturing environment. You will be confident communicating with suppliers, engineers, warehouse personnel, and production teams while ensuring stock and administrative processes are maintained to a high standard.

Experience within parts administration, supply chain, stock control, stores, purchasing, or a manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Previous administration experience within manufacturing, engineering, automotive, logistics, parts, or supply chain environments
• Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-changing operational setting
• Confident communicator with strong telephone and email skills
• Experience using stock management, ERP, or inventory systems
• Good understanding of stock control and purchasing processes
• Ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams
• Comfortable working within a busy workshop and production environment
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to work calmly under pressure
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and internal business systems
• Team-focused attitude with a positive and professional approach

This is a temporary role with excellent prospects for the right candidate, offering the opportunity to join an automotive manufacturing business in a varied and rewarding Parts Administration position.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.