Procurement Administrator

2 Sisters Food Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bankhol

Refer a friend scheme

Health Assured EAP and Grocery Aid

Boparan Restaurant Group Discount

Cycle2Work Scheme

Job summary

2 Sisters Food Group is seeking a proactive Procurement Administrator at Head Office, Birmingham. The role involves supporting the procurement team in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with finance, and ensuring timely delivery of services with strong attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. Hybrid working arrangements require a minimum of three days in the office.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative background and excellent attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Good time management and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Respond to internal inquiries related to procurement and waste services.
• Gather information, raise orders, and coordinate with finance for smooth operations.
• Oversee delivery of services and ensure supplier compliance and governance.
• Research new suppliers, obtain prices, and support project-based work.
• Maintain the contract database and manage risk checks.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Procurement Administrator

Location: Head Office, Birmingham

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, Hybrid working 3 days minimum in the office

Salary: Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package

About Us

Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that's eager to launch their procurement career. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive and driven Procurement Administrator to join our team. This role is crucial to the smooth operation of our procurement teams. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks while staying organised and meeting tight deadlines. If you're someone who is detail-oriented, and has excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you!

This role is essential to the team and the broader procurement process. You'll be a key part of our operations and will have the opportunity to grow and develop within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Responding to various inquiries across the business related to waste services
• Gathering information, taking orders, and working closely with the finance team to ensure smooth operations
• Overseeing the delivery of services and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and approved suppliers
• Conducting research to find new suppliers, gathering prices, and supporting project-based work
• Maintaining the contract database, ensuring all checks are in place to manage risks and governance

About You

You are a strong administrator with excellent communication skills. With a keen attention to detail, you understand the importance of accuracy and efficiency in your work. You're proactive, motivated, and enjoy taking on responsibility, whether it's managing your own tasks or liaising with team members. You're confident on the phone and able to handle inquiries and build relationships. Above all, you're eager to learn and grow within the procurement field, with the potential to advance in the role as you build your expertise.

Key Skills

• Experience using the MS Office Suite (Outlook and Excel)
• Strong administrative skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage change and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyExcellent time management and organisational skills

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Refer a friend scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family
• Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.

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