Procurement Assistant

Hillbrush; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Procurement Assistant. This role involves providing vital administrative support for procurement operations, ensuring compliance with company policies. Ideal candidates will have previous procurement experience, strong organisational skills, and proficiency in Excel. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including on-site parking and access to a company gym.

Benefits

On-site parking

Access to company gym

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a procurement or administrative role.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of import processes and freight forwarding is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for procurement operations.
• Maintain accurate records and manage supplier documentation.
• Assist in conducting supplier evaluations and monitoring inventory levels.
• Support the procurement team in negotiating contracts.

Skills

Procurement experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Job description

We are a well-established family-owned manufacturing company with a proud heritage spanning over 100 years. Our commitment to quality and excellence has earned us a respected position within industry. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a motivated and organised individual to join our team as a Procurement Assistant.

Job Summary:

As Procurement Assistant, you will provide vital support to our procurement department, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of our supply chain operations. Working closely with the Buyer & Procurement Officer, you will be responsible for providing high-quality administrative support while assisting in the development and implementation of effective procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively provide administrative support for all aspects of procurement, including maintaining accurate records, preparing purchase orders, and managing supplier documentation
• Placing orders whilst keeping all MRP (Winman) PO delivery dates and data up to date
• Collaborate with the Buyer & Procurement Officer to develop and update procurement procedures, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations
• Support the import process, including coordinating with freight forwarding services and the goods‑in team to ensure timely delivery of goods and accurate tracking on the system
• Assist in conducting supplier evaluations and maintaining supplier performance metrics
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in the analysis of demand patterns to optimise procurement decisions.
• Support the procurement team in negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers
• Liaise with Finance to resolve invoice queries in a timely manner
• Stay up-to-date with market trends and industry developments to identify potential cost savings and process improvements

Working Hours and Benefits:

This is an office-based role working 30 hours a week, Monday to Friday. Core office hours are from 8.30am to 5.15pm. Salary £21,153 (FTE £27,500).

We value work-life balance and offer a range of benefits, including;

• on-site parking
• access to our company gym

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience in a procurement or administrative role
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of import processes and freight forwarding is desirable

Join our team and contribute to the success of our long-standing family manufacturing company. We look forward to reviewing your application.