Purchasing Administrator

  • Permanent Futures Limited
  • Brinsworth, Yorkshire
  • Feb 21, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

We re working with a well-established engineering business looking to hire a Purchasing Administrator to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is keen, proactive, and eager to learn, looking to build a long-term career in a business where you can become a valued part of the operation. You ll support more senior colleagues in keeping purchasing and the wider supply chain team running smoothly. It's a great opportunity for someone early in their career to learn supply chain / purchasing on the job with lots of support. It's a permanent role with scope to develop and take on more responsibility over time.

Purchasing Administrator - The Role - Procurement, Administration, Supply Chain

  • Chasing suppliers for delivery dates and order updates

  • Placing purchase orders (typically non long lead time items)

  • Supporting with administrative paperwork

  • Completing and processing general documentation and forms

  • Handling general administrative tasks as required

  • Answering calls and liaising with suppliers professionally and confidently

Purchasing Administrator - Skills and Requirements - Procurement, Administration, Supply Chain

  • Enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to learn

  • Confident taking initiative and being proactive

  • Comfortable with admin tasks and following processes accurately

  • A clear communicator (especially when speaking with suppliers)

  • Helpful, dependable, and willing to go beyond the basics when needed

Purchasing Administrator, Procurement, Administration, Supply Chain

If this role could appeal please do apply now!