Purchasing & Costings Administrator

Purchasing & Costings Administrator

• Location: Norwich, Norfolk | Onsite.
• Hours: Monday-Friday only.
• Industry: Wholesale Food & Packaging.
• Contract: Full Time, Permanent.

Join a Growing, Well‑Loved Brand in the Food Industry!

We're partnering with a unique wholesale food & packaging client that combines a strong family culture with a fast‑moving commercial environment. Known for their high-quality own‑brand products, they consistently enjoy inbound demand whereby customers repeatedly and often come to them first.

What You'll Be Doing:
This is a hands-on, varied role where you'll be right at the heart of the business. You won't just be processing orders you'll be using your judgement, organisation, and analytical skills to make decisions on how things run and help the business grow.

Purchasing & Stock Control:

• Source and buy food products (sweet treats) for packaging and resale.
• Negotiate supplier pricing to maximise margin and cost efficiency.
• Manage stock levels, reordering, and supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, allergens, labelling, and traceability.
• Monitor best-before dates and stock rotation (FIFO).

Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination:

• Coordinate warehouse packing requirements.
• Manage international shipping (China-UK) including container bookings.
• Handle import/export documentation and customs requirements.

Costings, Data & Commercial Analysis:

• Maintain accurate product costings and pricing structures.
• Analyse sales trends, margins, and stock performance.
• Forecast demand using Excel-based data analysis.
• Report on key metrics at monthly business meetings.
• Work with systems including SAGE and Excel (advanced level required).

What Our Client is Looking For:
We're keen to speak with candidates who bring a mix of purchasing expertise, commercial awareness, and analytical capability, including:

• Proven experience in Purchasing & Costings (wholesale, manufacturing, or FMCG preferred).
• Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent Excel and Numerical skills (data analysis, reporting, forecasting).
• Experience using SAGE or similar ERP/accounting systems.
• Understanding of food safety, allergen regulations, and product compliance.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working cross-functionally.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive Salary up to £34,000 p.a. (based on experience).
• Monday-Friday only - no weekends! (40 hours per week).
• Holiday progression - starting at 20 days, increasing to 25.
• Annual profit share bonus.
• Casual dress code - relaxed, friendly environment.
• Long-term career development within a stable, growing company.

If you're an experienced Purchasing & Costings professional who thrives in a hands-on, commercially driven role working in a supportive, team-focused culture, this could be your perfect next step. We'd love to hear from you, Apply Now!!

Please contact Louisa Coggs on 07341 497822 or email at louisacoggs@major-recruitment.com

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