Purchasing Administrator

Company Description
- Element Six, part of De Beers Group, is a global leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond and tungsten carbide supermaterials. We utilise the extreme properties of synthetic diamond to open up new possibilities in exciting areas such as quantum optics, acoustics and thermal conductivity.

Our success comes from building strong, collaborative relationships, both internally in our extraordinary teams, and externally with our customers. We strive to deliver extreme performance and we seek talented, ambitious people who will thrive in an environment that fosters individuality, inclusivity, innovation and creativity.

**Job Description**:

- An opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing Administrator to join the team based at our Ascot manufacturing site, reporting into the Supply Chain Manager. The role will be a critical contributor to the site’s drive toward volume manufacturing with zero stock out position and tight inventory control and will involve a combination of both administrative and hands on duties.

**Duties & Tasks**

**Buying**
- Identify requirements for raw materials & consumables.
- Manage supplier purchase orders/approvals from internal requisitions/PO generator/Projects based on agreed levels
- Proactively resolve issues regarding supplier delivery, price, quality, delivery or invoice.
- Prepare accurate purchase records and inventory records throughout the process, including pricing, order quantities, outstanding quantities, and deliveries associated with the purchase.
- Handle E6/supplier inquiries and communications about orders, price quality and deliveries.
- Maintain JDE price accuracy.
- Manage the upkeep of component product Bill of Materials to monitor consumption/lead-times/costs variances.
- Facilitate quarterly critical spares safety stock review and optimize inventory level
- Liaise with supply chain and demand planning teams to generate accurate forecasts for key suppliers
- Support end to end buying process - converting requisitions, printing PO, receipting goods, stock sheet, JDE transactions in the absence of goods in controller

**Supplier Management**
- Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and vendors
- Generate supplier scorecard using established rating systems
- Request and assess supplier quotes on Price / Lead Time / MOQ for best possible price and quality offer where necessary
- Facilitate with quality departments (E6 & supplier) to ensure high quality standards are applied with thorough corrective actions implemented
- Perform new supplier screening process and manage system set-up

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum 3 years experience in comparable role with knowledge of supply chain management principles, theories and processes
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Receptiveness to new ideas and adaptable to changing business priorities
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of ERP software packages such as JDE/SAP
- Strong analytical and numeracy skills, with an eye for detail
- Ability to work individually as well as collaborating with others to build rapport throughout the site

Additional Information
- In exchange, we will offer you a competitive salary, private medical insurance, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme and pension contributions upto 7.5%

We pride ourselves on our vibrant culture, whether it's through our sports and social committee, wellbeing initiatives or our growth and development opportunities.

**If you’re looking for a role within an innovative environment in an organisation that places people at the heart of its operations, we would like to hear from you