Job Description
Are you looking for a role where you can build a long-term career within a successful and growing manufacturing business? We have an outstanding reputation for quality, innovation and customer service. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Purchasing & Stock Administrator to join our friendly and supportive team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchasing, procurement, stock control or supply chain experience who wants to develop their career and become a key part of the business. Over time, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to become more involved with customers, suppliers and client visits, making this a varied and progressive role with genuine career development prospects.
The Role
Working closely with the stock, procurement and management teams, you will play a critical role in ensuring materials, components and stock levels support manufacturing requirements.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Raising and managing purchase orders
- Liaising with suppliers regarding deliveries, pricing and availability
- Monitoring stock levels and inventory accuracy
- Using MRP systems to plan purchasing requirements and manage stock movements
- Maintaining accurate records within Sage 200
- Coordinating with teams to ensure material availability
- Assisting with supplier performance monitoring and procurement activities
- Supporting stock takes and inventory control processes
- Producing reports and purchasing data as required
As your experience grows within the business, you will have the opportunity to attend supplier meetings and site visits, playing a more commercial and client-facing role within the organisation.
About You
We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and keen to build a long-term career.
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, stock control or supply chain administration
- Experience using MRP systems
- Knowledge of Sage 200 or similar ERP systems
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Good communication and relationship-building abilities
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good IT skills, including Excel
- A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
- Experience within manufacturing or electronics manufacturing would be advantageous
What's On Offer?
- Salary of around £30,000 basic plus bonus of up to £1800
- Working Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm and Friday 8:30am- 2:00pm - hybrid after training
- Fantastic company benefits
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Training and personal development
- Opportunity to work within a successful and growing manufacturer
If you're looking for a varied purchasing and stock administration role where you can develop your skills, take on greater responsibility and build a rewarding long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.