Procurement Administrator - Start Your Purchasing Career

Macfarlane Group UK Ltd; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Macfarlane Packaging at Sudbury is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to join the local procurement team. You will raise orders, chase suppliers and support customer service to ensure timely delivery of stock.

Based at Chilton Industrial Estate, the role offers full training, development opportunities and a structured progression in purchasing and supply chain. A friendly, busy office environment with benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Clear, confident communication skills by phone and email.

Responsibilities

• Raising and administering purchase orders for standard and non-standard stock items, keeping stock at the right levels while keeping costs down.
• Contacting suppliers to confirm orders have been received and requesting order acknowledgements.
• Flagging delivery issues or discrepancies to the sales team for quick resolution.
• Keeping Excel stock spreadsheets and pricing sheets accurate and up to date.
• Working with the logistics team to maintain a 24/48-hour delivery schedule for customers.
• Supporting customer service with up-to-date delivery information and alternative solutions.
• Providing day-to-day support to the local procurement team and general office duties.
• Building knowledge of our packaging solutions and the wider supply chain.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Office software

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Macfarlane Packaging at Sudbury is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to join the local procurement team. You will raise orders, chase suppliers and support customer service to ensure timely delivery of stock.

Based at Chilton Industrial Estate, the role offers full training, development opportunities and a structured progression in purchasing and supply chain. A friendly, busy office environment with benefits.