Role: Purchasing Administrator
Rate: £13.57 - £15.84ph (£30,000 - £35,000)
Location: Leeds
Contract duration: 4 weeks
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 4:30, 30-minute break, 42.5 hours per week, all site based.
About the role
An innovative and fast-growing manufacturer of robotic systems is seeking a detail-focused Purchasing Administrator to support the Supply Chain team by raising and processing Purchase Orders within the ERP system. This is a clerical buying role on a 4-week contract, where the successful candidate will raise POs, track deliveries, and chase suppliers to ensure orders land on time. You will play a key role in the day-to-day execution of buying activities.
Key responsibilities of the Purchasing Administrator
The Purchasing Administrator will raise POs in the ERP system (NetSuite) from approved requests, ensuring accuracy across supplier details, items, pricing, currency, tax, and delivery information.
Attach and maintain supporting documentation, including quotes, invoices, and specifications, ensuring all POs are audit-ready.
Send POs to suppliers or place orders online, obtain order acknowledgements, confirm lead times, and keep stakeholders informed.
The Purchasing Administrator will track open orders, follow up on overdue deliveries, and escalate risks or shortages at an early stage.
Maintain accurate PO status updates within the ERP system, including confirmed, partial, backordered, and delivered orders.Skills & Experience of the Purchasing Administrator
The Purchasing Administrator will have experience in a similar or relevant role.
Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
Confident communication skills, with the ability to chase suppliers and internal approvals professionally.
Organised, proactive, and able to prioritise multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.Desirable Skills or Experience
Confident working with ERP systems and Excel or Google Sheets.
Experience supporting invoice matching and working alongside Finance or Accounts Payable teams.
A basic understanding of procurement processes and internal controls
