Purchasing Administrator

OVERALL ROLE OBJECTIVE: The post holder is responsible for all administrative duties within the Procurement Department. The post holder will ensure that all orders are placed within an acceptable time, expedite orders to ensure on time delivery and will be expected to communicate any supply issues to Procurement Specialists and the procurement Supervisor.

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: The post holder will: 1. Ensure that all Purchase Orders including Customer specific, Expense (Stationary, Sundry, and PPE), Depot and Almac inventory are placed in a timely manner 2. Expedite Order confirmations and agree delivery dates with suppliers 3. Ensure the purchase order system is maintained and kept up to date at all times 4. Resolve material queries resulting from supplier non conformances, e.g. provision of purchase documentation such as certificates & packing lists 5. Liaise with Procurement Specialists to ensure the timely order placement from predefined Re-order point reports 6. Liaise with operational departments to support sourcing of sundry and commodity items as required 7. Record departmental KPI’s. Assist with data capture for supplier KPI’s to include the recording of internal information specifically relating to the upkeep of Tracker Spreadsheets. 8. Support invoice approval by checking received quantities against invoice quantity and invoice price against purchase order price 9. Assume responsibility for the overall administration and filing within the department, i.e. Purchase Order and Delivery Documentation 10. Ensure effective time management, prioritising tasks in accordance with department structure. 11. Ensure documentation is generated and completed in accordance with the principles of GMP and internal Standard Operations Procedures. 12. Fulfil any necessary duties associated with the role, as and when required QUALIFICATIONS

GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and English Language, Grades A – C OR Significant relevant experience in a purchasing administrative role EXPERIENCE Previous experience within an administrative role Previous experience of generating, placing and expediting orders with suppliers (internal or external) KEY SKILLS

Proficiency in the use of IT packages (to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) Proven ability to follow written work instructions Proven communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy in all work carried out Ability to work effectively on own initiative and effectively contribute within a team environment