Purchasing Administrator

Would you like to work in a creative and friendly environment and work in a Company that is one of the UK's premier manufacturers and suppliers?

Our client has an immediate need for someone who will be the primary support for the purchasing coordinators assisting them in managing the buying in of goods and services that offer the best price, quality and delivery for the company and customer.

Role and Responsibilities

Preparing and managing Request for Quotes
Preparing and managing Sample Requests
Attending and minuting supplier meetings
Management and maintenance of supplier database (WIP)
Assisting with preparing and issuing purchase orders and carton markings in a timely manner to suppliers
Ownership of Purchase department sample inventory: receipt, log, manage and put away
Manage content sample inventory and master record - Issuing and allocating samples internally.
Assisting with the review and tracking of supplier Critical Paths to ensure on time deliveries
Assist with customer design specs
Pre-Production Report checking
Raising Sales Orders for sample dispatch
Liaising with internal departments to ensure tasks are carried out in an efficient & timely manner
Liaising with suppliers when required to assist Purchase Coordinators
Proactively communicating any delays internally at the earliest opportunities
Documentation of developing departmental processes
Commercial Invoice reconciliation
General office duties

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Essential Skills

Positive & proactive attitude
Outstanding organisation skills
The ability to meet tight deadlines and succeed with the completion of tasks when under pressure
Resourceful and ability to multi-task
Confident and effective communicator
Excellent numeracy level with good attention to detail
Innovative approach to problem solving to make things happen
Good Analytical skills
Good MS Office skills
Experience in a busy office environment

Preferred Skills

Previous experience with ERP system would be advantageous
Sage 50 experience
Advanced excel skills