Procurement & Business Support Administrator

Think Hire Limited; Oldham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider is seeking a Procurement & Business Support Administrator in Oldham. The ideal candidate will assist the procurement team in processing orders, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with policies. Key skills required include excellent organisation and communication abilities, strong numeracy, and proficiency in relevant software. This role offers hands-on experience in procurement and aims to streamline processes within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• A motivated and organised individual with strong administrative skills.
• Capable of communicating effectively with suppliers and teams.
• Attention to detail and proactive problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist procurement team in processing purchase orders.
• Manage the order tracker and warranty returns.
• Maintain supplier records and manage contracts.
• Communicate with internal teams regarding orders.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes.

Skills

Excellent administrative and organisational skills

Strong communication and negotiation abilities

Ability to multitask and prioritise

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong numeracy and financial awareness

Knowledge of plant hire or construction sectors

Tools

Syrinx

InspHire

Job description

Procurement & Business Support Administrator

Position Overview:

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to join our team as a Procurement & Business Support Administrator. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in procurement and supply chain management. You will support the procurement team with day‑to‑day activities, taking ownership of key processes such as the order tracker, warranty returns, and supplier coordination, learning valuable skills in sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the procurement team in raising and processing purchase orders accurately.
• Own and maintain the order tracker, ensuring all data is accurate, updated, and proactively identifying discrepancies or delays.
• Manage warranty returns and replacements, ensuring timely communication with suppliers and internal teams.
• Maintain supplier records and help manage contracts and procurement documentation.
• Support the team in obtaining quotes and monitoring supplier deliveries and resolving delivery‑related issues.
• Help track budgets, expenditure, and prepare reports as required.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and suppliers regarding orders and deliveries and product issues.
• Learn to manage supplier relationships and support tender and sourcing processes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline or improve procurement processes and confidently share suggestions with the team.
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement team.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast‑paced environment
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement or hire management software (e.g. Syrinx, InspHire, or similar)
• Strong numeracy and financial awareness
• Knowledge of the plant hire, construction, or utilities sectors is advantageous.
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On‑site parking
• Private medical insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

Oldham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Think Hire , the UK’s premier off‑grid Energy as a Service provider, committed to innovation and delivering sustainable power. Pioneersof the Solartainer Versatile range, the world's first adaptable solar hybrid generators, Think Hire is at the forefront of driving positive change in the energy sector, with a focus on reducing carbon emissions and enhancing operational efficiency through an Energy‑as‑a‑service proposition.

Think Hire ranked inthe 2024 and 2025 Sunday Times 100, recognising us as one of Britain’s fastest‑growing private companies.

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We have over 60 years combined experience in the design, manufacture, hire and sale of innovative products, with an environmentally considerate power supply.