W Talent are delighted to be supporting a well-established heavy manufacturing business in the recruitment of an Engineering Administrator for their site in Barnsley. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced engineering environment where you will play a key role in supporting engineering operations, procurement activities, and supplier management.
This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative and coordination skills, combined with experience in engineering purchasing and supplier negotiation, looking to develop within a dynamic industrial setting.
Role Overview
The Engineering Administrator will provide essential support to the engineering and maintenance teams, ensuring the efficient coordination of engineering activities, procurement of parts, and supplier engagement.
You will be responsible for managing the purchasing of engineering components, negotiating with suppliers to achieve best value, and ensuring materials and services are delivered on time to support operational requirements. The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with both internal teams and external suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the engineering and maintenance teams.
- Maintain accurate engineering records, documentation, and systems.
- Support planning and scheduling of engineering activities where required.
- Ensure all documentation is up to date and compliant with company procedures.
- Source and purchase engineering parts, materials, and services in line with operational requirements.
- Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, and agree delivery terms.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and reliability.
- Monitor supplier performance and address any issues relating to delivery, quality, or cost.
- Support the management of engineering stock and inventory levels.
- Ensure critical spare parts are available to minimise downtime.
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost savings and best value for the business.
- Support cost reduction initiatives across engineering procurement.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and cost tracking.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience in an administration, purchasing, or procurement role.
- Experience within a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
- Proven experience in buying engineering parts and negotiating with suppliers.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Good understanding of engineering components and terminology (desirable).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP/MRP systems (desirable).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience in Business Administration, Engineering, or Procurement (desirable).
- Experience working in an engineering, maintenance, or manufacturing support function.
- Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and procurement activities.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per year (dependent on experience)
- Hours: Monday to Friday, days based
- Holidays: Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension: Company pension scheme
- Development: Opportunity to develop within a growing engineering and operations team
Apply today or contact W Talent for further information about this opportunity to join a well-established heavy manufacturing business and play a key role in supporting engineering operations and procurement activities.