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Blandford Forum, Dorset
Purchasing Administrator
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Our client based in Blandford is looking to appoint a purchasing administrator to work in their busy friendly offices to assist the Purchasing Manager. The role is being offered on an ongoing temporary basis. Main Tasks: Order placement & progression Liaising with Project Managers & Project Engineers on purchasing status and issues ? Obtaining Quotes when required Identifying alternative sources of supply for long lead / out of stock items Administration of supplier performance (supply base management) Additional Tasks: Supporting/covering other roles within the Purchasing/Goods In team when necessary General administration/Ad hoc duties as required Key Attributes Excellent communicator (verbal & written) Methodical & well-organised Attention to detail Team player Highly motivated Experience Experience of Microsoft Office, Excel and Word Experience of working in a busy office and light manufacturing environment Previous purchasing experience is beneficial but not essential Hours of work are 8.30am- 5.30pm Mon-Thur and 8.30am -1.30 pm on Fridays. There is some flexibility and the hours could be changed from 8am-5pm with 1 hour for lunch Please make sure you have read the requirements for this role before applying to make sure you have the relevant experience and skills Responsibilities: Our client based in Blandford is looking to appoint a purchasing administrator to work in their busy friendly offices to assist the Purchasing Manager. The role is being offered on an ongoing temporary basis. Main Tasks: Order placement & progression Liaising with Project Managers & Project Engineers on purchasing status and issues ? Obtaining Quotes when required Identifying alternative sources of supply for long lead / out of stock items Administration of supplier performance (supply base management) Additional Tasks: Supporting/covering other roles within the Purchasing/Goods In team when necessary General administration/Ad hoc duties as required Key Attributes Excellent communicator (verbal & written) Methodical & well-organised Attention to detail Team player Highly motivated Experience Experience of Microsoft Office, Excel and Word Experience of working in a busy office and light manufacturing environment Previous purchasing experience is beneficial but not essential Hours of work are 8.30am- 5.30pm Mon-Thur and 8.30am -1.30 pm on Fridays. There is some flexibility and the hours could be changed from 8am-5pm with 1 hour for lunch Please make sure you have read the requirements for this role before applying to make sure you have the relevant experience and skills