Purchasing Administrator

5 days ago

Bidfordonavon B, United Kingdom Converging Solutions Ltd Full time

Job Description

Converging Solutions aim to be the first choice for end of line pack handling equipment. We are a 'clean' manufacturing business that design and assemble bespoke machinery for the food industry.

We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic and driven Purchasing Administrator.

You will report to the Purchasing team and be accountable for deputising the administration function in the business. Using good communication skills, accurate data entry/account entry and overseeing a diverse number of general administration functions in the company to keep the day to day running of the business in a healthy condition.

The Role

  • Deputise for Purchasing Manager.
  • Process Purchase Orders from bills of materials.
  • Contact suppliers regularly by telephone and email to ensure delivery due dates are hit.
  • Data Entry, in order to monitor lead times/delivery of goods.
  • Concisely place machine build orders from a bill of materials (BOM) - using Sage and Excel.
  • Liaising with stores/stock forecaster to ensure correct stock levels are maintained.
  • Updating prices and information surrounding items on Sage.
  • General administrative support to purchasing.
  • As this is a small business, experience will also be gained by supporting and assisting in other departments as and when required.

The Person:

Ideally, we are looking for an individual that has had some previous experience of working within a small Procurement team. This should be seen as an excellent development opportunity as you will be working closely within a small team.

  • You will preferably have previous purchasing knowledge, but a methodical, detail lead focus on workload/tasks is of the upmost importance.
  • Have very good face to face and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in working as a key individual in a small team.
  • Ability to work diligently and accurately is a must as there is a large amount of data inputting required when raising purchase orders on Sage, maintaining Excel spreadsheets and updating PO's on Sage.
  • Whilst you will be required to work on your own initiative, it is essential that you enjoy being part of a small team and are willing to support others at challenging times.
  • Strong IT skills, and confidence in working with, MS Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • A good working knowledge and experience of SAGE 50 will be an advantage.
  • Excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to build relationships quickly.
  • Enjoy working in a fast paced, exciting environment.
  • Previous professional experience in a relevant field would be advantageous but is not essential as full training will be given.
  • Able to follow systems.
  • The ability to be diverse and manage multiple tasks at once.
  • Organised.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £23,809.50-£26,500.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Gym membership
  • On-site parking
  • Private dental insurance
  • Private medical insurance

Experience:

  • Administrative: 1 year (preferred)

Location:

  • Bidford-on-avon B50 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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