Procurement Administrator

Theo James Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK manufacturing and engineering organization is seeking a Procurement Administrator in Seaham. This role involves supporting Senior Buyers, maintaining supplier data, and supporting procurement processes. The successful candidate will gain exposure to strategic procurement activities and have opportunities for career progression. Ideal for those looking for a long-term career in procurement, with strong attention to detail and organizational skills required. This role offers a supportive team environment and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Holiday allowance

Career development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 12+ months experience in an administrative or procurement-support role.
• Experience in FMCG or engineering environments preferred.
• Confidently liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Buyers in efficient procurement services.
• Maintain supplier data and raise purchase orders in SAP.
• Support tender activities and manage vendor documentation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Supplier liaison

Task management

Education

A Level or equivalent

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Procurement Administrator
Location: Seaham (with regional support)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Benefits: Pension, holiday allowance, career development, supportive team environment
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday Friday

As a Procurement Administrator, you will:

• Support Senior Buyers in delivering efficient, compliant, and cost-effective procurement services
• Maintain supplier data, raise purchase orders in SAP, and resolve invoice queries
• Support tender activity, audits, and the management of vendor documentation
• Work closely with internal teams including Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, HR, and Marketing
• Develop into Junior Buyer responsibilities, assisting with sourcing, cost-saving initiatives, and supplier relationship management
• Maintain price trackers, project trackers, and departmental reports
• Undertake other Procurement and project duties as directed

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 12 months experience in an administrative or procurement-support role
• Experience in FMCG or engineering environments preferred
• Educated to A Level or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Experience using ERP systems (preferably SAP) advantageous
• Confident liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Why Should You Apply?

• Opportunity for genuine career progression into Junior Buyer and procurement roles
• Exposure to senior procurement activity and strategic initiatives
• Work as part of a collaborative and supportive team
• Build commercial capability within a structured, growing organisation
• Ideal for candidates looking for a long-term procurement career in Seaham

The Company:

Well-established UK manufacturing and engineering organisation

Strong procurement function supporting multiple operational sites

Values collaboration, continuous improvement, and talent development

Offers long-term career progression and exposure to strategic procurement activities