Plant Purchasing Administrator
| Posting date: | 01 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £28,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 December 2025 |
| Location: | Leigh, Greater Manchester, WN7 4HB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Manpower UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BBBH428685_1764589363 |
Summary
Plant Purchasing Assistant
Location: Leigh
Contract: Permanent
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and experienced in purchasing administration? We're looking for a Plant Purchasing Assistant to join our manufacturing team and play a key role in ensuring smooth purchasing operations and compliance.
About the Role
As the Plant Purchasing Assistant, you'll be the go-to person for purchasing and administration within the plant. Working closely with the Plant Purchasing Manager, you'll manage purchase orders, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure timely, accurate procurement in line with environmental and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Process purchase orders and transport orders for scrap & regrind loads
* Book receipts and resolve invoice/order data issues with finance and suppliers
* Support stock management in line with Group targets
* Handle expense purchases for PPE, factory consumables, engineering supplies, and office items
* Match invoices against engineering systems and maintain accurate records
* Ensure compliance with EA permit requirements and duty of care documentation
* Manage PRN compliance, logging tonnage and supporting evidence
* Provide holiday and logistics cover as needed
What We're Looking For
* Strong computer skills, including ERP systems and Excel
* Experience in purchasing planning and workflow management
* Excellent communication skills (Teams, email, reports, presentations)
* Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a small team
* Knowledge of business purchasing and supplier relationships
Ready to join a dynamic team and make an impact?
Click apply!