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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