Purchasing Administrator

Job Title:

Purchasing Administrator (Part time)

Location:

Ashford (Due to location, own transport is essential)
Salary: £28,000 per annum (Pro rata)

Hours:

Monday to Friday 09:30 - 14:30 (Office based)

Overview
An established, fast-paced business is looking for a Purchasing Administrator to join the supply chain team. The successful candidate will support purchasing and production functions by managing supplier communications, processing orders and goods paperwork, and liaising with internal teams to ensure timely deliveries.

Key responsibilities

Act as the first point of contact for suppliers, building and maintaining professional relationships
Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently using the company's purchasing system
Process goods in paperwork and ensure all documentation is complete and filed correctly
Check and collate order acknowledgements, flagging discrepancies or delays
Liaise with scheduling and production teams regarding delivery updates and changes to lead times
Monitor order status, follow up with suppliers on outstanding items and provide regular updates to stakeholders
Maintain accurate purchasing records and assist with month-end reporting and inventory reconciliation
Skills and experience required:

Proven experience in an administration role
Confident communicator able to act as the primary contact for suppliers and to coordinate with production/scheduling teams
Ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work accurately under pressure
Strong organisational skills and a team-oriented approach