Purchasing administrator

The Purchasing Administrator will be an integral part of the procurement team, helping to ensure materials and services are sourced in a timely and cost-effective manner to support production needs.

This role is ideal for a well-organised, proactive individual with strong communication skills and an interest in supply chain or logistics. You will play a key part in keeping production on schedule by coordinating effectively with suppliers and internal departments.

Salary £27,000 - £29,000

Monday - Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process, including sourcing, ordering, and tracking goods
• Maintain accurate records and process purchase orders using internal systems
• Support negotiations on pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers
• Work closely with production, sales, and accounts teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company procedures and industry standards

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a purchasing, accounts, or administrative role (manufacturing or logistics environment preferred)
• Understanding of supply chain processes and logistics coordination is advantageous
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A proactive and detail-focused approach

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + Bank holiday
• Company pension
• Health and wellbeing programme
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Casual dress

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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