Purchasing Administrator

Scope of role:

Our client is looking for a Purchaser to support the Head of Procurement in accordance with current operational business requirements. Ideal candidate will be able to provide a superior buying service, ensure that the right goods and services are bought for the right price at the right time in a timely manner.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that all replenishment activity meets the agreed KPIs at the optimum stocking levels
• Proactively place purchase orders for demand, based on the optimum outcome and in-line with company processes
• Proficiently expedite outstanding purchase orders ensuring that delivery dates are maintained and any risks to delivery are managed proactively
• Own / monitor and proactively manage vendor consignment stocking arrangements, including monthly reconciliations and agreements on invoice values
• Assist with pricing of new consumable opportunities, maintaining suppliers pricing records and other contractual information
• Maintain positive relationships with all customers, vendors and stakeholders
• Pro-actively identify efficient ways of working and liaise with the Head of Procurement to implement them
• Resolve any supply chain queries or issues, such as but not limited to; invoice queries / booking in issues and NCR’s
• Any other tasks requested and deemed necessary by the Head of Procurement

Key skills, experience and attributes:

• Previous experience of raising purchase orders
• Highly developed attention to detail
• Self-disciplined and motivated, experience of working in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates flexibility in moving between tasks, is dedicated to the task and sees it through to completion
• Excellent organisational skills with proven ability to manage time effectively

*First Recruitment Services are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.