Reporting to the Senior Buyer, you will provide first class, professional administrative support to the purchasing function and its internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that all parties are updated on a regular basis regarding the progression of purchase orders. The role will provide co-ordination of multiple tasks simultaneously to ensure that suppliers price, delivery timescales and quality standards are achieved. You will be used to working in a busy administrative environment, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise. You will work seamlessly in a team and have an outstanding “can-do” attitude. This role encompasses the following responsibilities: Daily and forward order progressing. Collating and filing customs clearance paperwork for imports from outside of the UK. Raising containers within the ERP System to capture goods coming in and associated burden rates. Daily filing of delivery paperwork. Support the processing of pro-forma invoices. Supporting the processing of order confirmations. Updating the ERP system to ensure that it reflects accurate information in real time. Communicate ETA’s to all relevant departments and key stakeholders as required. Updating the ERP system with shipping information received from suppliers and checking accuracy of shipping documents. Working closely with Contract Administration with regards to material delays and ETAs. Liaising between purchasing, production, and the sales team to ensure regular and precise communication is maintained. Seeking ways in which processes within the department can be improved. Adherence to all GDPR policies and standards outlined by the company. Adherence to all health, safety, environmental & quality policies and standards outlined by the company. You will be required to be flexible in this role and must be prepared to perform other tasks and undertake additional duties in any area of the business as determined by the leadership team. These tasks may be outside your normal work area. An excellent level of attention to detail. Proven experience in an administration role. Highly organised. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Ability to multitask and prioritise. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) needed to communicate to multiple stakeholders. Ability to initiate, plan and organise. Proficient in using all Microsoft office packages Useful Additional Expertise The following would be advantageous but are not essential: Experience of working within a purchasing department. Experience using Epicor/ERP system is an advantage. Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment 26 days holiday increasing plus bank holidays Discretionary annual bonus Pension – 5% employee, 4% employer (salary sacrifice) Employee Share Scheme Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme, including: • Corporate Health Cash Plan including cover for dependents Employee Assistance Programme Discounted Gym membership Retail & Travel discount scheme Wellbeing App Cycle to Work scheme EV Scheme