Procurement Assistant (Trainee Role)

Tai Tarian Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in Wales is seeking a Procurement Assistant (Trainee Role) to support procurement activities and develop into a qualified Procurement professional. This permanent position offers a starting salary of £27,332, increasing to £29,805 upon meeting key competencies. Ideal for motivated individuals eager to learn in a values-led environment, this opportunity promises to enhance one's career in procurement. Interested candidates can apply until 19th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with a commitment to training.
• Ability to prepare tender documents and maintain supplier registers.
• Strong willingness to develop within a procurement setting.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient and compliant procurement activities.
• Prepare tender documents and assist with compliance checks.
• Help maintain supplier and contact registers.

Skills

Organised work approach

Attention to detail

Eagerness to learn

Job description

Procurement Assistant (Trainee Role)

As we continue to grow, Tai Tarian is looking for a self‑motivated and enthusiastic Procurement Assistant who will be committed to completing training to become a qualified Procurement professional.

The role is permanent with a starting salary of £27,332 a year, rising to £29,805 after key competencies of the role are met.

Criteria for Role

To be successful in the role, you will be organised in your approach to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, with an eagerness to learn and develop within a professional procurement environment.

About the role

The role of Procurement Assistant (Trainee role) will support the delivery of efficient, compliant and value‑driven procurement activity across the organisation by preparing tender documents, maintaining supplier and contact registers and assisting with compliance checks.

The role is designed for someone who is looking to start a career in procurement with a view to becoming a Procurement Business Partner following completion of the relevant qualifications, knowledge and experience.

Please see attached the role profile for the full job description and person specification.

About Us

This is a great opportunity to join a socially conscious award‑winning organisation, named Best Sustainable Housing Association in Wales 2021. With over 9,000 properties across our region, we are one of the largest social housing landlords in Wales, making a real difference in our communities.

Every one of us who works for Tai Tarian is passionate and committed to making a difference to our customers, employees, and the surrounding community and we work in a values‑led culture that is Be Bold, Be Fair and Be Kind which empowers us to continually grow and change.

Find out more about us in our Candidate Pack, get a feel for what it’s like to work with us, find out what we’re looking for, about our recruitment process and decide whether you can see yourself as a part of our amazing organisation. You will also find hints and tips to support you with your application.

As an equal opportunities employer, we aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage suitably qualified applicants from all areas of the community.

If you would like further information about this opportunity, please contact [e-mail].

If you do not meet the minimum requirements detailed, we will not be able to put you forward for interview

If you are interested in applying for this role and you’ve got the skills, experience, and knowledge we are looking for, please click apply.

Closing date: 19th January 2026

Please note, the closing date is given as a guide. We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive high volumes of applications. Therefore, we recommend that you apply early.