Purchasing Administrator

Are you an organised, detail-oriented professional with a passion for procurement, cost pricing, and continuous improvement? Do you have strong cost analysis and advanced Excel skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a Pricing Coordinator to join a dynamic team within a leading manufacturing environment. In this role, you will be responsible for managing procurement activities to ensure timely delivery aligned with production schedules. You will uphold strict purchasing policies while driving process improvements and maintaining a strong focus on cost pricing and margin optimisation.

Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum.

Key Responsibilities

As a Pricing Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

• Raising and managing purchase orders for stock and non-stock items.
• Conducting detailed cost analysis to ensure optimal pricing and margins.
• Collaborating with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials.
• Resolving purchase invoice and credit note queries promptly.
• Addressing supplier complaints and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Participating in stock counts and maintaining accurate inventory data.
• Supporting contract reviews, including liaising with scheduling teams to address material delays.
• Providing holiday and sickness cover for the Procurement Officer when required.

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Experience: At least three years' experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Skills: Strong cost analysis and advanced Excel skills are crucial. Excellent negotiation and communication abilities are also essential.
• Attributes: A proactive, problem-solving attitude with excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Knowledge: A solid understanding of cost pricing and margins.
• Education: A minimum of five GCSEs, including Mathematics and English.

Why This Role?

This position offers an opportunity to:

• Work in a collaborative environment that values customer service, accountability, and mutual respect.
• Play a key role in continuous improvement and waste elimination initiatives.
• Be part of a team that takes pride in delivering high-quality products and services.

Performance Measures

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Timely resolution of supplier complaints and invoice queries.
• Reduction of purchase order issues and assembly stoppages due to material availability.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, apply now to become a vital part of this dedicated team.

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Location: Cardiff County, GB

Posted Date: 12/24/2024