Purchasing Administrative Assistant

Purchasing Administrative Assistant Join a Global Manufacturing Business and Build Your Career in Supply Chain & Purchasing Are you an organised administrator looking to develop your career within purchasing, supply chain or operations? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established global manufacturer where you'll play a key role in supporting a busy Purchasing team while gaining exposure to procurement, logistics and material planning activities. Your New Role As a Purchasing Administrative Assistant, you will provide vital support to the Purchasing and Operations teams, helping to ensure materials and services are procured efficiently and delivered on time. Key responsibilities include: • Processing purchase orders and maintaining supplier records • Tracking supplier orders and ensuring timely deliveries • Producing and maintaining departmental reports • Managing internal purchasing databases and documentation • Processing packing lists for ocean shipments • Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders • Supporting logistics, materials planning and wider operational activities • Providing general administrative support across the Operations function This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop a long-term career within purchasing, supply chain or manufacturing operations. What You'll Need We're looking for someone who has: • Previous administration experience • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities • Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook • The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently • Experience within purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, supply chain or operations would be advantageous What's in It for You? In addition to joining a supportive and collaborative team, you'll receive an excellent benefits package including: ✅ Competitive salary ✅ 34 days annual leave (including Scottish public holidays) ✅ 37.5-hour working week ✅ Generous pension scheme (Employer contribution: 6.2% + Employee contribution: 5%) ✅ Life assurance cover - 4x annual salary ✅ Ongoing training and career development opportunities ✅ Exposure to a busy and varied purchasing and supply chain function ✅ Opportunity to join a successful organisation with a strong global presence ✅ Supportive team environment with genuine career progression opportunities Why Apply? This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience within a critical business function while working for a respected international manufacturer. Whether you're currently in administration and looking to move into supply chain, procurement or operations, or already have experience in a purchasing environment, this could be an excellent next step in your career. Interested? Apply now with your up-to-date CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about the opportunity. If this role isn't quite right for you, I'd be happy to discuss other opportunities that may be a better fit. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk