Purchasing Administrator

Airport Placements; Ashford; On-site; GBP 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Purchasing Administrator (Part time) in Ashford. This position involves supporting purchasing and production by managing supplier communications and processing orders. The ideal candidate will have proven administration experience and strong communication skills. This role requires office presence from Monday to Friday, 09:30 - 14:30. A competitive salary of £28,000 per annum pro rata is offered, with a focus on building professional relationships and ensuring timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administration role.
• Confident communicator able to coordinate with suppliers and teams.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for suppliers.
• Process purchase orders accurately using the company's system.
• Liaise with scheduling and production teams regarding delivery updates.

Skills

Administration experience

Confident communication

Organisational skills

Ability to prioritise

Job description

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