Hybrid Procurement Assistant: Contracts & Growth

Talent; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent in Watford is seeking an Administrator Buyer on a 12-month contract with hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Watford offices and 4 days working from home. The role focuses on keeping operations running smoothly and supporting procurement projects.

You will manage data and systems, maintain Excel trackers, coordinate the team, and assist with tendering and contracts using Salesforce, taking ownership of entry-level categories and supporting senior buyers.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement/administration is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate data and spreadsheets.
• Strong coordination skills for scheduling and meetings.
• Comfort drafting contracts and supporting tendering processes.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Data Management: Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets and sales trackers to keep information centralised and accurate.
• Systems Oversight: Regularly update procurement databases and ensure data integrity.
• Team Coordination: Organise team meetings, manage schedules, and provide general admin support.
• Category Ownership: Take responsibility for 1–2 entry-level categories.
• Contract Management: Draft and support contracts with the wider team on larger agreements.
• Tendering Support: Assist senior buyers with tendering for high-value contracts.
• Systems Usage: Work within Salesforce and related procurement software.

Skills

Data management

Team coordination

Procurement administration

Tools

Salesforce

Excel

Job description

Talent in Watford is seeking an Administrator Buyer on a 12-month contract with hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Watford offices and 4 days working from home. The role focuses on keeping operations running smoothly and supporting procurement projects.

You will manage data and systems, maintain Excel trackers, coordinate the team, and assist with tendering and contracts using Salesforce, taking ownership of entry-level categories and supporting senior buyers.