Procurement and Stock Administrator

Are you looking to grow your career in procurement and stock administration? Are you organised, detail-focused, and keen to learn? If so please read on...

Cheyney Design (part of the Cheyney Group of Companies) is a dynamic technology and manufacturing business based near Royston, Hertfordshire. Working closely with our sister company, Sapphire Inspection Systems, we design and manufacture advanced X-ray inspection systems, modules, and software used globally across the food, pharmaceutical, and process equipment industries.

We are now looking for a Procurement and Stock Administrator to help develop and support our Procurement & Supply Chain function. This role is key to supporting manufacturing, R&D, customer support, and office operations, while working closely with Operations leadership to support the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Process purchase orders and manage them through to deliverySource the most effective pricing and lead times in line with job requirementsBuild and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with suppliersNegotiate delivery and shipping schedulesManage stock, including goods-in and inventory controlMonitor and optimise stock levelsWork closely with Sales and Manufacturing to identify and resolve supply chain issuesMinimise lead times and respond to forecast and planning changesSupport manufacturing with component assembly where requiredLiaise with internal departments to resolve queries efficiently

Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will:

Be an excellent verbal and written communicatorHave strong organisational and analytical skills with great attention to detailBe self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work both independently and under directionBe keen to learn and develop as the role and company growHave experience building relationships with suppliers and internal teamsBe a confident administrator with strong IT skills and database experience

Ideally, you will also have:

Experience in commercial negotiation and supplier contract managementStrong MS Office skills, particularly ExcelKnowledge or experience of MRP systems (experience with cloud finance platforms such as Xero is an advantage)Experience across stock management, procurement processes, and supplier qualityExperience working within ISO quality systems

Package and Benefits

Office-based role, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pmLocation: Head Office, Litlington, RoystonSalary: £32000 - £35,000, depending on experiencePension: Nest Pension SchemeHoliday: 25 days per annum

To apply please forward your CV to the link provided ,with a covering letter explaining why you feel you are suited to this role.

Please note the company does not have a sponsorship licence so you must have the right to work in the UK.