Purchasing Administrator

Detail 2 Recruitment Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in North Yorkshire seeks an experienced Purchasing Administrator to manage the purchasing and ordering process. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong IT skills, and the ability to negotiate with suppliers. This full-time position offers a salary of up to GBP32,000 along with various perks and benefits including a health cash plan and training opportunities.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance

Great pension scheme

Training & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar purchasing or administrative role.
• Proactive approach, with a drive to improve processes and deliver results.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and ordering of packaging, raw materials, and consumables.
• Handle supplier invoice queries and maintain accurate purchase documentation.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Excellent organisational skills

Time management abilities

Strong interpersonal skills

Customer-focused attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purchasing Administrator - Manufacturing - North Yorkshire - GBP32,000

We are working with a Manufacturing business looking to recruit an experienced Purchasing Administrator. The business play a key part in driving health and sustainability throughout the global food chain. They have a brilliant reputation, they're forward-thinking and put their people at the heart.

Purchasing Administrator - The Details

• Based in Thirsk
• Paying up to GBP32,000
• 40 hour contract
• Various perks and benefits
• Health cash plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Life assurance
• Great pension scheme
• Training & Development opportunities

Purchasing Administrator - Responsibilities & Requirements

• Manage purchasing and ordering of packaging, raw materials, and consumables
• Handle supplier invoice queries and maintain accurate purchase documentation
• Process order acknowledgements, delivery notes, and purchase orders
• Arrange delivery and handling of raw materials, including export documentation
• Support stock control processes, including assisting with stock takes and reconciliation
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers
• Maintain and update the approved supplier list
• Book in/out raw materials, packaging, and finished goods
• Support the Head of Nutrition/Buying with ad-hoc purchasing and admin tasks
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar purchasing or administrative role
• Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proactive approach, with a drive to improve processes and deliver results
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused attitude

About Us

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