Purchasing Administrator

My Fleetwood based client, an internationally recognised leader in their field, are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Administrator to join their procurement team.

This role is integral to ensuring the efficient procurement of goods and services. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the procurement teams strategy and objectives.

Principle Accountabilities :

• Processing purchase orders in an accurate and timely manner.
• Follow up on outstanding deliveries and expedite where necessary.
• Participate in and manage Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes.
• Identify and act upon on any cost reduction opportunities.
• Support the development of the preferred supplier lists that supports the delivery of commercial and business performance objectives.
• Support with the identification and implementation of new suppliers where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate records relating to purchases, supplier information and other procurement related data.
• Assist in the development, implementation and management of procurement policies and procedures.
• Resolving any issues related to orders and invoicing.
• Support with resolving supplier complaints.
• Prepare various reports as and when required.
• Supporting the purchasing team with administrative tasks as required
• Responsible for maintaining reports and data accurately.
• Support with the delivery of the Procurement teams savings targets and objectives (to be reviewed on an annual basis and aligned to forecast spend.

The ideal candidate :

Advantageous :

Hours :

Monday to Friday Flexible between 08 : 00 and 17 : 00 (08 : 00 - 16 : 00 to 09 : 00 - 17 : 00) Monday to Friday

Hybrid opportunities up to 3 days / week home based.

This is a temporary position with the potential of a permanent position for the right candidate

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.