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Purchasing Administrator

Meridian Business Support
Posted 3 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Newton Abbot, Devon TQ126RY, England

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • My client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Administrator for their Newton office.
  • The role requires a minimum of 27 hours of work per week with responsibilities including purchase order processing and supplier liaison.
  • Candidates should have experience in a purchasing or procurement role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, which is not explicitly stated in the job description.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
My client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Administrator for their Newton office.Minimum working hours 27Responsibilities include:
  • Purchase order processing, ensuring accuracy and timely execution
  • Raising quotations and negotiating prices
  • Researching the supply market to provide informed purchasing decisions and respond to enquires
  • Provide customer service that exceeds expectations 
  • Maintain optimal stock levels
  • Problem-solving to resolve any purchasing issues or delays
  • Liaising with suppliers to ensure orders are delivered on time and to specification
  • Working closely with other departments to ensure seamless communication and order fulfilment
Key Purchasing Administrator Requirements:
  • Experience in a purchasing or procurement role within a manufacturing environment is advantageous
  • Customer focused
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems is desirable
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to tasks
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused attitude

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.