Procurement Administrator

Watts Farms (Sales) Ltd; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run farming business in Aylesford is seeking a Procurement Administrator to join their procurement team. The role involves supporting purchasing processes, maintaining supplier records, and collaborating with various departments. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of administrative experience, be proficient in Excel, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a full-time contract with 31 days of holiday and various employee benefits.

Benefits

31 days holiday (including bank holidays)

20% Staff Discount

Payment reward for Friend Referrals

Pension Auto Enrolment

Development & Training opportunities

Onsite staff canteen area offering refreshments

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in an administration role.
• Educated to GCSE level 4-9 in English and Maths.
• Proficiency in Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Contact suppliers to purchase products and ensure budget adherence.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery of products.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proficient in Excel

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

GCSE level 4-9 in English and Maths

Job description

Job Title: Procurement Administrator

Location: Unit 14 Quarry Wood Industrial Estate, Mills Road, Aylesford, ME20 7NA

Salary: £30,900

Job Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Job Description

Are you an experienced Administrator keen to take the next step in your career? Perhaps you are a Junior Buyer looking for your next role in a more challenging sector?

We are looking for a Procurement Administrator to join our Procurement team on a full time, permanent basis, working from our Aylesford site.

If you are looking to join a fast paced and growing business, and work within a small, dynamic team then this could be a great opportunity for you.

The Procurement Administrator will be responsible for supporting the procurement team with administrative tasks including the purchasing of fresh produce. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a strong administrator with excellent mathematical and IT skills to gain experience in a procurement team.

What does the job involve?

• Contacting suppliers to purchase products and ensuring price is within budget.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases.
• Completion of daily reporting to highlight any purchasing shortfalls.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of product.
• Liaise with current and potential suppliers to assist with the negotiation of prices, new line enquiries and product rejections.
• Collaborate with internal departments to answer product queries such as availability of products, quality issues and new lines.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Provide administration support to the procurement team as required.

The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in an administration role.
• Educated to GCSE level 4-9 in English and Maths.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Strong analytical skills and confident working with numbers.
• Excellent Communication skills - oral and written.
• Keen to progress, in time, to a more senior role.

Working hours

You will work 42.5 hours per week. Working 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.

About Us

Watts Farms is a third-generation family‑run farming business, established in 1952. We are growers, packers, and distributors of fresh produce supplying the hospitality industry across Kent, London, and surrounding areas with fresh produce, dairy, ambient and frozen products.

What We Can Offer You…

• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• 20% Staff Discount.
• Payment reward for Friend Referrals.
• Pension Auto Enrolment.
• Development & Training opportunities.
• Onsite staff canteen area offering refreshments.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment.

Please note: Employment checks will include Drugs & Alcohol test.