Purchasing Administrator in South Nutfield, Surrey

Purchasing Administrator Redhill £28k 6 month contract Purchasing Administrator urgently required to work for a leading Engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Redhill. We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Administrator to support the Purchasing Team Leader in the purchasing of all product components, complete assemblies and spare parts to enable the range of products to be manufactured and/or supplied to customers. We require an organised and detail-oriented administrator to join a busy procurement and supply chain department, supporting the purchasing of materials, components and services. You will be working closely with suppliers and departments, including Production, Stores, Goods In, Logistics and Finance to ensure purchase orders are processed accurately, deliveries are received on time and any supplier or invoice queries are resolved efficiently. Key Tasks: Assist the Purchasing Team Leader with the overall planning and organising of the purchase of materials and outside sub-contract work. Create Purchase Orders and reconcile with supplier invoices Processing supplier invoices and entering onto ERP system Resolution of supplier queries and any associated payment queries Enter information onto the ERP system and facilitate the smooth running of the MRP system. Create works orders and assist the Purchasing Team Leader with requirements for material purchases. Expedite all purchase orders and log delivery information.You will also be a key part of the team to Report and liaise with Supply Chain Manager regarding: Work schedule (projects / orders / priorities) Progress on orders with expected delivery dates Material shortages effecting due dates of deliveries Due dates for deliveries of finished product Specific technical issues with each project/product Quality issues relating to supplier performanceThe successful candidate will ideally have previous experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain administration role, preferably within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Skills and Experience Previous experience in a Procurement, Purchasing or Supply Chain Administration role. Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment would be advantageous. Good understanding of purchase orders, supplier management and purchasing processes. Experience using MRP or ERP systems, ideally SAP or similar. Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. A proactive approach to problem-solving and resolving issuesQualifications A-levels, BTEC or equivalent qualification in Business, Procurement, Purchasing or Supply Chain Management would be beneficial. Relevant procurement or supply chain qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.If you feel you have the skills and experience to be considered to work for one of the leaders in the industry then please forward your cv to Nathan Woakes on (url removed) or (phone number removed). We are looking to set up interviews and move this very soon so please act quick and apply! Proactive Technical Recruitment is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Technical Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy