Plant Purchasing Administrator

Manpower UK Limited; Marsland Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Plant Purchasing Assistant for a permanent role. In this position, you will manage purchase orders, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills, particularly with ERP systems and Excel, along with excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team and contribute to effective purchasing operations.

Qualifications

• Experienced in purchasing administration and workflow management.
• Able to manage purchase orders and supplier relationships.
• Excellent multitasking abilities in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and transport orders for scrap & regrind loads.
• Book receipts and resolve invoice/order data issues.
• Support stock management in line with Group targets.
• Handle expense purchases for PPE and office items.
• Match invoices against engineering systems and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with EA permit requirements.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Experience in purchasing planning

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multitask

Knowledge of business purchasing

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Plant Purchasing Assistant

Location: Leigh
Contract: Permanent

Are you highly organised, detail‑oriented, and experienced in purchasing administration? We're looking for a Plant Purchasing Assistant to join our manufacturing team and play a key role in ensuring smooth purchasing operations and compliance.

About the Role

As the Plant Purchasing Assistant, you'll be the go-to person for purchasing and administration within the plant. Working closely with the Plant Purchasing Manager, you'll manage purchase orders, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure timely, accurate procurement in line with environmental and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and transport orders for scrap & regrind loads
• Book receipts and resolve invoice/order data issues with finance and suppliers
• Support stock management in line with Group targets
• Handle expense purchases for PPE, factory consumables, engineering supplies, and office items
• Match invoices against engineering systems and maintain accurate records
• Ensure compliance with EA permit requirements and duty of care documentation
• Manage PRN compliance, logging tonnage and supporting evidence
• Provide holiday and logistics cover as needed

What We're Looking For

• Strong computer skills, including ERP systems and Excel
• Experience in purchasing planning and workflow management
• Excellent communication skills (Teams, email, reports, presentations)
• Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a small team
• Knowledge of business purchasing and supplier relationships

Ready to join a dynamic team and make an impact?

Click apply!