Purchasing Administrator 6615

Purchasing Administrator

Location: Near Tetbury

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday, with a half hour lunch break. Hybrid working considered, with a minimum of 3 days in the office.

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum + Excellent benefits

Key Responsibilities of a Purchasing Administrator: 

• Assist in setting up new products and maintaining accurate product and supplier information within company systems.
• Raise purchase orders for stock, services, and product development, amending as required to reflect changes in quantities, dates, or costs.
• Track and follow up on deliveries with suppliers and internal teams, assisting in resolving any discrepancies.
• Manage buying office samples and ensure product specifications and supporting documents are completed.
• Provide product information, imagery, and launch details to the e-commerce and retail teams for new product introductions.
• Support range planning and stock management through accurate system updates and basic reporting.
• Monitor stock levels across sites, raising replenishment orders as required.
• Assist in managing replenishment, warehouse write-offs, and component dispatch to suppliers.
• Support the maintenance of accurate stock records and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate product, stock, and supplier records across all relevant systems.
• Support the production of basic stock and sales reports to guide team decision-making.
• Respond to queries from Customer Services and Finance relating to product, orders, and invoices.
• Provide general administrative support to the Supply Chain and Merchandise Manager and wider team.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and colleagues, maintaining a professional standard at all times.
• Contribute to team meetings and support departmental planning.

Key Skills of a Purchasing Administrator:

• Previous experience in a retail, merchandising, or administrative role.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with effective interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and comfortable learning new systems.
• Flexible and proactive, able to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Calm and reliable under pressure, with a professional and discreet manner.
• Experience with stock management or ERP system is desirable
   

To apply for this role, please email your CV to lilly.organ@first-base.co.uk or call Lilly Organ on 01453 755330.

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