đź“Ť Manchester, UK
💷 £25,000 – £27,000 per annum
đź•’ Full-time | Permanent
Benefits:
Free onsite parking
Enhanced pension scheme
Potential for annual bonus
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
About Us
Luxfer MEL Technologies is a global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of Magnesium and Zirconium-based products. Serving industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, Healthcare, Defence, Oil & Gas and more, we deliver world-class solutions from our manufacturing bases in Manchester (UK) and New Jersey (USA).
We’re proud of our friendly, supportive culture where personal development is encouraged, and every team member is valued.
The Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support our busy Procurement Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong administrative background and a proactive, team-focused attitude to develop a rewarding career in procurement.
Reporting to: Head of Procurement
Key Responsibilities:
* Raise purchase orders and manage documentation across UK and US sites
* Support daily operations calls and share relevant updates with the team
* Convert internal requisitions into accurate purchase orders
* Maintain and monitor the contract log, alert buyers to upcoming renewals
* Generate and distribute weekly and monthly procurement reports
* Assist with supplier onboarding and manage supplier records
* Request updated documentation from suppliers and ensure compliance
* Serve as a helpful point of contact for suppliers and internal colleagues
* Participate in regular calls to help resolve supplier payment issues
* General procurement administration and support as needed
What We’re Looking For:
* Previous experience in an administrative or procurement support role
* Strong communication skills and a desire to help others
* Proactive attitude with the ability to build relationships internally and externally
* Excellent time management and ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong organisational skills
* Comfortable using Excel, Outlook, Teams and other standard applications
Why Join Luxfer MEL Technologies?
At Luxfer, you'll join a team committed to excellence, innovation, and professional growth. We offer a supportive environment where your contribution makes a difference—every day.
Apply now to become part of our team!
Luxfer is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. If you wish to request that your application be considered under the terms of our Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please explicitly state so in your CV and / or accompanying cover letter.
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