Procurement Administrator

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Great Yarmouth; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Pension plan

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Referral scheme

Employee discounts

Cycle to work

Product discounts

Training & development

Safety culture

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking an Administration professional to support the efficient supply chain, purchase processes and records. This hybrid role is based in Great Yarmouth, offering four days in the office and one day remote to help ensure on-time delivery and operational continuity.

You will work with suppliers and internal teams to obtain quotations, update ERP data, generate reports and provide general administrative support to improve processes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in administration or office support.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with ERP/MRP or similar systems is advantageous.
• Attention to detail and data integrity.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain purchase orders and supporting documentation in line with business requirements.
• Monitor supplier deliveries and follow up on outstanding orders as required.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to obtain quotations, confirm delivery dates and resolve administrative queries.
• Maintain accurate records and update information within ERP and business systems.
• Support inventory and stock administration activities to ensure data accuracy.
• Produce reports and assist with tracking key operational and supplier performance data.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation within the ERP system.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, warehouse and finance teams to support day-to-day business activities.
• Provide general administrative support to help improve processes and operational efficiency.
• Ensure all documentation is maintained accurately and in accordance with company procedures.

Skills

Administration

Organization

Communication

Excel

ERP systems

Tools

MS Office

ERP system

Job description

What You Will Do

As an Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the efficient supply of materials, products and services to meet operational and customer requirements. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will coordinate administrative activities, support purchasing processes, maintain accurate records and help ensure goods and services are delivered on time. This role is essential in supporting operational continuity, process efficiency and excellent service delivery.

This is a hybrid role based in Great Yarmouth, with four days per week in the office and one day working from home.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral scheme
• Employee discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts on Johnson Controls products
• Training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative and safety-driven culture

How You Will Do It

• Create and maintain purchase orders and supporting documentation in line with business requirements
• Monitor supplier deliveries and follow up on outstanding orders as required
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to obtain quotations, confirm delivery dates and resolve administrative queries
• Maintain accurate records and update information within ERP and business systems
• Support inventory and stock administration activities to ensure data accuracy
• Produce reports and assist with tracking key operational and supplier performance data
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation within the ERP system
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, warehouse and finance teams to support day-to-day business activities
• Provide general administrative support to help improve processes and operational efficiency
• Ensure all documentation is maintained accurately and in accordance with company procedures

What We Are Looking For

Required

• Previous experience in an administration, coordination, customer service or office support role
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Experience using ERP, MRP or other business management systems would be advantageous
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and data integrity
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment

Beneficial

• Experience supporting purchasing, procurement, supply chain or operations teams
• Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment
• Understanding of stock control, inventory administration or order processing activities
• Experience maintaining records and producing reports using business systems