Purchase Administrator

Job Title: Purchasing Administrator

Location: Durham United Kingdom

Company Overview: I am working with a leading food manufacturing firm in Durham UK dedicated to producing highquality food products. A company committed to excellence and we are seeking a motivated and detailoriented Purchasing Administrator to join their team. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is passionate about food manufacturing and procurement processes.

As a Purchasing Administrator you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement of raw materials equipment and services essential for their production operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills attention to detail and the ability to effectively communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders. This position is available for both fulltime and parttime employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Placing and recording purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
  
• Developing an indepth understanding of materials products processes and suppliers.
  
• Ensuring controls have been carried out and stock records are up to date.
  
• Requesting quotes and carrying out material/supplier research to ensure the best value for the company.
  
• Updating and maintaining a stock database with costs and supplier information including developing Bill of Materials (BOM) calculation and updates for all products.
  
• Assisting with production planning pairing material requirements with projects.
  
• Enacting cost reduction analysis across materials and services.
  
• Assisting with the development of and transition to potential new internal systems.
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in purchasing procurement or supply chain management preferably in the food manufacturing industry.
  
• Strong negotiation communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Excellent organisational and timemanagement abilities with a keen eye for detail.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with purchasing software or ERP systems is a plus.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment.
  
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards is advantageous
  

Benefits

Schedule:

• Fulltime or parttime positions available.
  
• Flexible schedule
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  
• Opportunities for career growth and development in a dynamic and growing company.