Purchasing Administrator

Michael Page (UK); Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to enhance their growing team in Coventry. This role involves collating purchase orders, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring efficient stock levels. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail. Join a positive and supportive culture that values teamwork and innovation, where you can thrive and progress in your career. This opportunity offers flexibility with full-time or part-time options, making it an exciting prospect for those looking to advance in the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Opportunity for Progression

Positive Company Culture

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Experience as an Administrator is essential.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills are required.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities are a must.

Responsibilities

• Collate purchase orders and review inventories.
• Develop relationships with suppliers for smooth order processing.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and manage returns.

Skills

Administrative Experience

Negotiation Skills

Organisational Skills

Excel Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Job description

• Fully office based
• Opportunity for progression

About Our Client

My client is a large manufacturing organisation looking for a Purchasing Administrator to join their growing team.

Job Description

• Collate purchase orders for materials, goods and supplies
• Review inventories and order as required, adhering to min/max stock levels and ensuring optimum efficiency of parts in all locations
• Work with production, sales and accounts to review and update min/max stock levels on a periodic basis
• Develop good working relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth flow of order processing
• Maintain/generate accurate supplier and component records on multi-company systems
• Review deliveries against orders and track/progress order status
• Manage Return goods - non-conforming product/over supply/warranties
• Investigate and correcting stock discrepancies

The Successful Applicant

A successful Purchasing Administrator should have:

• Experience as an Administrator
• Excellent negotiation skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Good excel skills
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Can commute to Coventry

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for progression
• A positive and supportive company culture that values teamwork and innovation.
• Free parking
• Opportunity to work full time or part time
• Coventry