The Procurement Administrator plays a vital role in supporting purchasing operations by sourcing products, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely procurement of materials essential to production and distribution. This position requires strong administrative, organisational, and communication skills, along with a proactive approach to continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Client Details

The company is a well-established, small-sized organisation operating in the industrial and manufacturing sector. They are known for their focus on delivering high-quality products and maintaining efficient supply chain processes.

Description

• Raise and process purchase orders (POs) for materials, outsourced services, consumables, operational supplies, and overhead-related expenditures. Coordinate with internal departments to verify order requirements and ensure alignment with project timelines
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm lead times, pricing, and product availability. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and identify opportunities for cost savings or improved service. Assist in onboarding new vendors, ensuring documentation and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain organised and up-to-date procurement records, including POs, invoices, delivery receipts, and contracts. Ensure procurement procedures comply with environmental regulations, health and safety standards, and sustainability policies (e.g., FSC or PEFC). Reconcile purchase orders with deliveries and invoices, resolve and discrepancies or raise them to senior management.
• Assist the forecast purchasing needs based on historical consumption data and system min/max levels. Act as a liaison between procurement, production and finance. Provide general administrative support to procurement and operations departments as needed.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in procurement processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with the wider procurement team to streamline workflows, reduce delays, and improve supplier performance tracking

Profile

A successful Procurement Admin should have:

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain administration-preferably in a timber, construction, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with MRP/ ERP systems - Epicor advantageous
• Team player with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of approximately -27,000 to -30,000 per annum.
• Permanent role with a stable and well-regarded company in Birmingham.
• Opportunities to develop skills in procurement and supply chain management.
• Supportive workplace culture within a small-sized organisation.
• Convenient location within the industrial and manufacturing hub of the region.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Procurement Admin, we encourage you to apply today!