Procurement Assistant

Ashley Rees Associates; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing service organization based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Procurement Assistant to manage material orders, update specifications, and support the procurement team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, particularly within construction or facilities management. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career advancement in procurement. Being detail-oriented and having strong communication skills are crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a procurement or similar role.
• Experience within construction or facilities management is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Collate and place material orders considering cost and availability.
• Update material specifications and liaise with suppliers.
• Assist other team members and manage ad hoc duties.

Skills

Experience in procurement

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

A service organisation based in Warmley is currently recruiting a Procurement Assistant to join their team.

Working for a growing business, this is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to further their career within this field.

Duties will include:

• Collation and placement of material orders, ensuring all information is provided, taking into consideration cost and availability
• Update material specifications and liaison with Merchants and other suppliers
• Take and receive telephone calls and emails from field-based engineers in relation to procurement
• Provide assistance to other members of the procurement team and other ad hoc duties as and when required
• Updating New Build site sheets on One Drive to maintain the Material Forecast Sheets

Experience within a similar role is essential. The successful candidate will ideally have worked within construction/facilities management previously as well.