Purchasing Administrator
Employment Type: Temporary
Location: Mansfield
Salary: £25,000 – £26,000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Flexible

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Administrator to join their Purchasing & Supply Chain team initially on a temporary basis. In this role, you will help ensure materials are ordered, coordinated, and delivered efficiently by working closely with suppliers, transport partners, and internal site teams.

Main Responsibilities:

• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders
• Track delivery timelines and follow up with suppliers to ensure schedules are met
• Arrange transport and organise logistics in line with site needs
• Communicate with site support teams to confirm materials arrive on time and complete
• Keep records accurate through data entry, document management, and system updates
• Assist the purchasing team with day-to-day administrative tasks as needed

About You:

• Highly organised with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Previous experience in administration and purchasing is essential
• Knowledge of purchasing/ERP systems is an advantage (training available)
• Excellent attention to detail with a proactive, solution-focused mindset
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications