Purchasing Administrator
We are currently seeking a Purchasing Administrator to join an extremely reputable, family-run SME based in Bristol. The successful candidate will work closely with the Purchasing Manager and responsibilities include researching new vendors, tracking deliveries and updating order records (e.g. dates, invoices and discounts.) Ultimately, you will make cost-effective purchases and ensure fully stocked inventory is maintained.
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits
Key Responsibilities:
- Following up with suppliers in terms of key dates and delivery plans
- Updating the team about any delays or problems with suppliers
- Researching new products and suppliers
- Presenting cost analysis to the department
- Maintaining records of supplier contracts
- Maintaining strong relationships with supplier
- Experience in commercial procurement
- MCIPS or working towards is useful
- Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements
- Proven supplier management experience
- Knowledge and technical understanding of lean purchasing processes
- Has worked in a Purchasing environment using purchasing systems such as Sage, SAP etc
- Computer literate, especially Excel skills
- Knowledge of manufacturing production and processes
- Thorough attention to detail
- Ability to establish and develop relationships with internal and external sources
- Analytical thinking skills
- Self-motivation
Benefits
- Salary £25,000-£27,000 p/a
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Seniority level
Entry level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain -
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education and Non-profit Organizations
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