A well-established and nationally renowned manufacturer based in Shipley is looking for a Purchasing Administrator to join its Supply Chain team on a temporary, ongoing basis.
This is a long-term opportunity, with the contract expected to continue well into 2027, making the Purchasing Administrator position ideal for someone looking for stability while gaining further experience within a busy manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- - Contact suppliers to confirm purchase order acknowledgement dates, chase late deliveries and request earlier delivery dates where required.
- - Identify and escalation delivery issues, following up on recovery plans with support from the Buyer.
- - Create, issue and monitor purchase orders, ensuring accurate processing and up-to-date records.
- - Monitor the expediting inbox and respond to supplier queries.
- - Maintain supplier records and assist with onboarding new suppliers.
- - Update data within ERP systems and support the preparation of procurement reports and KPIs.
- - Assist with resolving invoice, delivery and supplier issues, ensuring procurement documentation is accurately maintained.
What's on offer to the Purchasing Administrator
- - 14.63 per hour ( 28,529 per ammum)
- - 37.5 hours per week
- - Admin-Flexi working pattern, with Monday to Thursday core hours of 9:30am-12:00pm and 2:00pm-3:00pm
- - Friday core hours of 9:30am-1:00pm, with an early finish once the 37.5 hours have been completed
What We're Looking For
- - Previous experience in an administrative or procurement support role would be advantageous.
- - Experience within manufacturing or engineering would be beneficial.
- - Strong communication skills, with the confidence to manage supplier relationships and chase outstanding deliveries.
- - Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and proficient Excel use.
- - Experience using ERP or MRP systems would be advantageous.
- - Strong organisation, accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
The Purchasing Administrator role is based in Shipley and is easily accessible from Bradford, Leeds, Bingley, Keighley and the surrounding areas.
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