Procurement Administrator

Reed; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Procurement Administrator to join a busy team on a 3-month temporary contract, providing essential support to procurement operations.

You will raise POs, maintain supplier records, track orders, and liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders. The role offers exposure to procurement processes and an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, purchasing, procurement or supply‑chain support.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Raising and processing purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintaining supplier records and procurement databases.
• Monitoring and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding orders and queries.
• Managing procurement documentation and contract records.
• Supporting invoice reconciliation and resolving discrepancies.
• Producing reports and assisting with procurement administration.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

Job description

Procurement Administrator (3 Month Contract)

Looking for Your Next Procurement Opportunity?

Are you a highly organised administrator with a keen eye for detail and experience supporting procurement or purchasing functions? Reed Business Support are seeking a Procurement Administrator to join a busy and collaborative team on a 3-month temporary contract, providing essential support to ensure the smooth running of procurement operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a fast-paced environment and make an immediate impact.

Day-to-Day of the role:

• Raising and processing purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintaining supplier records and procurement databases.
• Monitoring and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding orders and queries.
• Managing procurement documentation and contract records.
• Supporting invoice reconciliation and resolving discrepancies.
• Producing reports and assisting with procurement-related administration.
• Ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Ready to take the next step in your career and enjoy:

• Valuable experience within a professional procurement function.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to develop procurement and supply chain knowledge.
• Gain exposure to supplier management and purchasing processes.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Previous experience in administration, purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Able to prioritise workload and work independently
• Experience with ERP or procurement systems would be advantageous