Purchasing Administrator

TN United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Peterborough is seeking a dedicated Purchasing Administrator for a 6-month contract. This office-based role involves managing purchase orders, expediting orders, and negotiating with suppliers. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, ensuring smooth procurement processes. In return, the company offers a competitive salary, generous leave, pension benefits, and on-site parking, making it a great opportunity for professionals looking to enhance their careers in purchasing administration.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing administration experience is essential.
• Familiarity with processing purchase order information is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce and reconcile purchase orders efficiently.
• Negotiate with suppliers and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Purchasing Administration

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Job description

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

89f5aae6bc45

Job Views:

9

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Our superb client with offices based in Peterborough is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to join them on a 6-month fixed-term contract, which may be extended to 9 months. This is an office-based position working from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

As a Purchasing Administrator, you will be responsible for producing and reconciling purchase orders, expediting open orders, running stock reports, assisting in sourcing inventory, negotiating with suppliers, reviewing supplier PO acknowledgements, and resolving discrepancies.

To be considered for this role, you should have previous purchasing administration experience, familiarity with processing purchase order information, excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

In return, our client offers a salary of £26,000 pro-rata to the length of the contract, along with a generous annual leave entitlement, pension, and on-site parking.