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The Purchasing Administrator will play a crucial role in supporting the Secretarial & Business Support department within the Industrial / Manufacturing industry. The candidate will ensure that all purchasing activities are conducted efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining high-quality standards.
Client Details
The company is a well-established and respected player in the Industrial / Manufacturing industry, with over 2,000 employees. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality products and services to their wide range of clients from their base in Halesowen.
Description
- Primary point of contact with manufacturing partners, planning production schedules and shipments.
- Liaison with third party suppliers, confirming/managing purchase orders and arranging shipments
- Liaison with logistics partners
- Ensuring shipment data is accurately maintained on internal systems
- Administration of manufacturing workflows and production orders
- Management of key company data
Profile
A successful Purchasing Administrator should have:
- Fluent in English with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in logistics or purchasing
- Excellent administrative and analytical skills, with an eye for detail
- Efficient workflow management skills with the ability to meet deadlines while juggling multiple tasks
- Proven success in both independent and collaborative team environments
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- A UK resident
- Strong IT literacy to include MS Office
- Competent writing skills and numeracy, supported by Maths and English qualifications to a minimum of Grade C/4 at GCSE level or equivalent
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Knowledge of SAP Business One useful, but not essential
Beneficial Skills and Qualifications:
- CIPS, CILT or similar qualification
- Mandarin language
Job Offer
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work with world-renowned brands
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- A flexible approach to working hours, where possible
- A staff discount scheme on our catalogue of products
- An Employee Assistance Programme, offering support across a range of areas
- Mental Health first aiders
- A relaxed dress code
- A fantastic coffee machine
- Free car parking
- Cycle to Work Scheme
We encourage all those who believe they have what it takes to excel as a Purchasing Administrator to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team in a leading company within the Industrial / Manufacturing industry.
