Purchasing Administrator

Victrex; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Victrex, a leader in high-performance polymers, is seeking a proactive Purchasing Administrator to support its Procurement team at the Hillhouse headquarters. You will handle day-to-day purchase orders, supplier communications, and data reporting to help achieve savings targets and business objectives.

The role is hybrid, requiring on-site presence two days a week, and offers exposure to RFQ processes, supplier management, and data-driven procurement improvements within a collaborative

Qualifications

• Requires 5 GCSEs including Maths and English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.
• Organised with ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Monitor deliveries and expedite orders as needed.
• Support RFQ processes and supplier onboarding.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve value.
• Maintain purchasing and supplier data records and develop procurement policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-focused Purchasing Administrator to join our Procurement team at our Hillhouse headquarters.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy, collaborative environment and has a real eye for detail. You’ll play an important role in ensuring the efficient procurement of goods and services, supporting our suppliers and internal teams, and helping the Procurement function deliver its wider strategy, savings targets and business objectives.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Purchasing Administrator, you’ll provide day-to-day support across a range of procurement activities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitoring outstanding deliveries and expediting orders where required.
• Supporting and managing Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes.
• Identifying and acting on opportunities to reduce costs and improve value.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of preferred supplier lists.
• Assisting with the identification and implementation of new suppliers where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing, supplier and procurement data and records.
• Supporting the development, implementation and management of procurement policies and procedures.
• Resolving queries and issues relating to orders and invoicing.
• Supporting the resolution of supplier complaints.
• Preparing reports and providing accurate procurement data when required.
• Providing general administrative support to the wider Purchasing and Procurement team.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll be organised, confident managing competing priorities and comfortable working with data and systems. Accuracy is particularly important in this role, so you’ll need strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise your workload and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
• Confidence working with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint and Word.
• The ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and suppliers.
• An interest in procurement, purchasing and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and value.

Requirements

This is a hybrid role, however there is an expectation to be on site for a minimum of two days per week.

Qualifications

You’ll need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grades A-C (or equivalent), including Maths and English.

Why join us?

You’ll be joining a supportive Procurement team where you’ll have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of purchasing and supplier management while contributing to important commercial objectives.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of procurement activities and would suit someone looking to build or further develop a career within Purchasing and Procurement.

About Victrex

Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.

With over 40 years‘ experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK-based polymers and selected semi-finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders.

Vision and culture

At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges.

Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human-centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast-paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress.

We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI-driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data-driven insights, and drive meaningful change.

As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators … individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human-centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.

Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and authenticity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and ideas can thrive. We work hard to ensure that our teams are engaged, motivated, and equipped to navigate an ever-changing landscape.

Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities.

We are proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and to be voted as one of the best places to work by ‘The Sunday Times’ not just once, but for two years in succession! A testament to our people‑first culture, where innovation and adaptability thrive in a digital‑first, AI‑driven workplace; we are proud to have once again retained this very prestigious award!

As well as being recognised as one of the ‘Most Admired Companies in the Chemical Sector’ by The London Stock Exchange: Recognition of our commitment to excellence, transformation, and data-driven insights, empowering every team member to embrace change and drive success.

We’re also delighted to be acknowledged as a top performer in the FTSE Women Leaders Review for Women in Leadership and Women on Boards! Victrex has been ranked joint 4th among UK-listed FTSE 250 companies, standing alongside much larger peers.

Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:

The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team.

We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.

We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat. Whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start!

That email is: [e-mail]

Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community.