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Purchasing Co-Ordinator / Administrator (Manufacturing)
Job Posted: 13 hours ago
Salary: £ 32,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: East Midlands
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Purchasing Co-Ordinator / Administrator (Manufacturing) – Contract c£32-33k
East Midlands ABJ7581
Contract- 7-8 months (PAYE): Full-Time | 37.5 Hours per Week
A well-established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Purchasing Co-Ordinator / Administrator to join on a contract basis until around the end of March. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a structured, process-driven environment and is comfortable handling multiple tasks across procurement and administration. The Purchasing Coordinator has responsibility for the purchasing/scheduling of raw materials and packaging materials needed for the good functioning of the sites manufacturing facilities. As purchasing coordinator and administrator you will perform administrative tasks involved in the purchasing process to ensure that all materials arrive on schedule and meet the requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* The creation of purchase orders for raw materials, Packaging and Bought-In products in alignment with system parameters and analysis.
* For direct and indirect spend, where this is not under the control of the central sourcing team, select appropriate suppliers and negotiate prices and other relevant parameters, to achieve the most cost-effective outcome while protecting customer service.
* Utilizing SAP/MRP to manage inventory levels of raw materials and packaging, consistent with sourcing and operational guidelines and financial targets. Determine the appropriate balance of RM considering shelf-life, inventory targets, lot sizes etc.
* Collaborate with the Central Sourcing department on market consultation or information about suppliers and estimated demands as well as the introduction of new materials/suppliers.
* Establish and maintain a good relationship with all suppliers.
* Actively work with all internal stakeholders (Sourcing, Planning, Production, R&D, Quality, Sales) to minimize slow moving inventory, focus on items with >90 and > 180 days of consumption.
* Work with stakeholders to minimize devaluated materials, reserved materials and eventual needs to write-off materials
* Control relevant aspects of the introduction of new or amended materials, working with the key stakeholders, including planning, production, product management and logistics. Raise the necessary BoM change requests and ensure that the relevant information is present an correct.
* If any non-conformity is detected (either on the Quality of the materials or on the Service provided), ensure that an official claim is placed as per our internal procedures.
Qualifications / Experience
* Demonstrable experience in purchasing or administrative support within a manufacturing or production environment
* Strong proficiency in SAP is essential
* Experience in a purchasing or materials management role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
* Experience working with a supplier base.
* Good computer skills (Excel, Word)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Demonstrates proficiency in the following competencies:
* Strong attention to details. Decisions directly impact customer service and company revenue.
To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson, job ref ABJ7581 on (phone number removed) or preferably apply toBefore You Apply
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