Purchasing Administrator

Purchasing Administrator

Salary: £24,000 per annumHours: Monday to FridayLocation: Basildon

We are seeking a motivated and organised Purchasing Administrator to join our client's team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a keen eye for detail to support our purchasing and procurement function.

Key Responsibilities

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• Raising and processing purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
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• Liaising with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, and pricing.
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• Maintaining accurate purchasing records and supplier information.
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• Monitoring order progress and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
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• Resolving supplier queries and discrepancies.
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• Updating and managing data using internal systems and Microsoft Excel.
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• Supporting the purchasing team with day-to-day administrative duties.
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• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
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The Ideal Candidate Will Have

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• Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, administration, or office-based role.
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• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
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• Good problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to work.
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• Effective time management skills.
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• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when managing orders and data.
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• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
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• Confidence in learning new systems and processes.
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• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
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• Strong computer literacy skills.
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