Business & Administration Procurement Administrator

TÜV Rheinland Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international certification organization is seeking a Procurement Administrator based in the United Kingdom. The role involves operational support in procurement activities, including processing purchase orders and supplier documentation. Ideal candidates will have an undergraduate degree and up to 2 years of relevant experience. This position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Private medical care

Group life insurance

Workplace pension scheme

Employee discounts

Well-being support

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in procurement, administration, or finance operations.
• Ability to manage routine tasks efficiently across multiple workstreams.
• High attention to detail and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and administrative support to the Procurement Officer.
• Assist in creating and processing purchase requisitions and orders.
• Maintain supplier data and procurement records.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Understanding of procurement principles

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree

Tools

SAP Ariba

Concur

Job description

Job Summary

TUV Rheinland UK is looking for Procurement Administrator. The Procurement Administrator will provide operational, administrative, and transactional support to the Procurement Officer, ensuring seamless delivery of procurement activities, travel coordination, fleet management support, COP-related tasks. This role is designed for an entry-level professional who will help streamline day-to-day activities while ensuring compliance with established procurement processes.

Job Description

• Support the creation and processing of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier documentation in SAP Ariba (where applicable).
• Assist in gathering procurement requirements from internal stakeholders and maintain organised procurement records.
• Maintain supplier data, contract files, and procurement logs in coordination with the Procurement Officer.
• Support compliance with internal procurement policies and audit standards.
• Support employee expense and travel claim checks, ensuring alignment with company travel policies.
• Help provide basic guidance to employees using Concur or equivalent travel systems.
• Track travel-related costs and prepare summary reports for internal use.
• Assist in monitoring fleet utilization and cost-efficiency metrics.
• Coordinate with Sales, Finance, and Operations to ensure timely fulfilment and invoicing.
• Enter customer orders into internal systems with accuracy and adherence to standard procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to the Procurement Officer and Finance team.
• Undertake ad-hoc tasks and support activities assigned to meet operational requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate degree.
• 0–2 years of experience in procurement, administration, finance operations, or a similar support role.
• Basic understanding of procurement or supply chain principles (advantageous).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Strong organisational, communication, and multitasking capabilities.
• Ability to manage routine tasks efficiently while supporting multiple workstreams.
• High attention to detail, professional conduct, and commitment to confidentiality.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to SAP Ariba, Concur, or any ERP system (advantageous but not mandatory).
• Strong willingness to learn procurement systems, policies, and compliance frameworks.
• Proactive work approach with problem-solving mindset.

What we can offer you?

• Hybrid work model and flexible working hours
• Annual bonus subject to company and individual performance
• A package of benefits: private medical care, group life insurance, workplace pension scheme, employee discounts, Salary sacrifice options
• Well being Support
• Work in a friendly, diverse and high-qualified team with positive and cooperative working atmosphere
• International environment and daily usage of foreign languages
• Real development opportunities
• Direct communication and no formal dress code
• Employee referral program