Procurement Administrator

Mane Contract Services; Redhill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mane Contract Services is seeking a Procurement Administrator to support procurement and supply chain activities in a manufacturing environment. The role involves ensuring timely PO processing, strong supplier liaison, and cross-functional collaboration with production, logistics, and finance.

The candidate should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• A Level or BTEC in business supply chain management or a related field is preferred.
• Previous procurement/supply chain/admin experience in manufacturing is advantageous.
• Strong IT skills with SAP/MRP/ERP and Microsoft Office; procurement software familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Expediting POs per company policies.
• Supplier Relationship: Maintain positive supplier relationships and resolve issues.
• Inventory Control: Monitor and control inventory levels for production.
• Communication: Collaborate with production, logistics and finance for smooth procurement.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and recommend cost-saving/process improvements.
• Resolve goods-in queries and liaise with suppliers to book POs.
• Assist Accounts Payable with invoices and issues.
• Process purchase requisitions raised by internal stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

A Level or BTEC in business supply chain management

Tools

SAP

MRP ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a Procurement Administrator, you will play a vital role in supporting our procurement and supply chain activities. You will be responsible for various administrative tasks that ensure the efficient and effective procurement of materials, delivery of goods, and services necessary for our manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Purchase Order Management: Expediting of purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Supplier Relationship: Maintain positive relationships with suppliers, ensuring good communication, and issue resolution.
• Inventory Control: Assist in monitoring and controlling inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels for production.
• Communication: Collaborate with various departments, such as production, logistics, and finance, to ensure smooth procurement processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
• Assist with resolving queries from goods in, liaising with suppliers in order to resolve any issues preventing PO's being booked in.
• Assist in resolving Accounts payable issues with invoices.
• Assist in processing of purchase requisitions raised by internal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• A Level or BTEC in business supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in procurement, supply chain, or administrative roles within a manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Strong computer skills using MRP/ERP/SAP, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Familiarity with procurement regulations and best practices is a plus.
• Ability to work well in a team and under pressure.

Hours of work: 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday & Friday 8am to 3.30pm