Planning & Purchasing Administrator
Location: Brixworth, Northamptonshire (NN6 9UB)
Hours: Full-time, On-site
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering and manufacturing business for a Planning & Purchasing Administrator to join their team in Brixworth.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and detail-oriented individual to support both the Production Planning and Purchasing functions, playing a key role in ensuring smooth operations, accurate data management, and effective communication across the business.
Benefits
Competitive salary
10% discretionary annual bonus
Yearly salary reviews
10% non-contributory pension scheme (increasing with service)
Private healthcare
Death in service (x4 salary)
Income protection scheme
Electric vehicle (EV) scheme
35 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update production planning data within ERP systems and planning tools
Create, release, and manage work orders and purchase orders
Support planning and re-planning activities in line with changing priorities
Communicate schedule updates to production teams and internal stakeholders
Liaise with suppliers to track orders and confirm delivery dates
Carry out data checks and system updates to ensure accuracy across planning and purchasing
Provide general administrative support across both functions
Work collaboratively with internal teams to support operational efficiency
Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and procedures
About You
Previous experience in a planning, purchasing, or administrative role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (EFACS experience advantageous)
Confident using Excel and managing data
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Strong attention to detail and a logical approach to problem-solving
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team player
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
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