We are recruiting for a Purchasing Administrator for one of our clients who are based in the Harrogate area. Our client is one of the UK's leading manufacturers. They have been recognised for innovation and excellence within service. They have built strong relationships across the UK, based on trust and reliability.
You will be joining a team of two, providing administrative support to two buyers; you will be working with internal and external stakeholders from factories and suppliers, managing samples and ensuing all product/sample systems are accurate and up to date including the management of stock levels and ultimately being the main point of contact for all PO enquires.
If you come from a supply chain background or are a stock administrator looking for your next long-term role, this could be a fantastic opportunity. Our client offers extensive training, development and a friendly and supportive environment.
If you would like to explore this opportunity, please send us your CV immediately.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure product development is running to schedule.
- Contribute to weekly Purchasing meetings with updates.
- Act as the main point of contact for all PO queries for the purchasing department.
- Create Purchase Orders with correct prices and ensure delivery aligns with agreed lead times.
- Work closely with forwarders and factories to maintain delivery dates.
- Develop and maintain our sample management system.
- Source suitable products to support customer inquiries and tender submissions.
- Build relationships with key suppliers.
- Provide department support during busy periods and perform any ad-hoc work as required.
- Participate in the annual stock take.
Skills & Experience:
- Strong communication skills, able to communicate effectively internally and externally.
- Confident in speaking within team meetings.
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening and two-way dialogue.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Strong housekeeping and organisational skills.
- Good time management.
- Resilient, optimistic, and open to change.
- Self-motivated, flexible, and works well under pressure.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong administration and office experience.