Procurement Assistant

Spencer Ogden; Stafford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Associate-level professional based in Stafford, England. The ideal candidate will support Engineering and Quality teams by managing supplier documentation and claims management, while also coordinating supplier deviation requests. A minimum of 1-3 years' procurement experience and strong communication skills are required. Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office is essential, alongside a proactive mindset and a full driving licence. Travel across the EU may be required for supplier visits.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience in procurement or purchasing, ideally within direct materials.
• Understanding of logistics, with exposure to imports preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and well-organised approach.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset with commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support Engineering and Quality teams by expediting critical supplier documentation.
• Coordinate supplier deviation requests and non-conformances, ensuring proper tracking and closure.
• Manage the return and repair process for non-conforming materials.
• Assist with claim management related to supplier delays and quality issues.
• Support the issue of contractual correspondence to suppliers in line with quality requirements.
• Track supplier progress, build strong working relationships, and conduct supplier visits as required.
• Manage import processes and customs clearance where applicable.

Skills

Procurement experience

Logistics understanding

Attention to detail

Proficient in SAP

Strong communication

Problem-solving mindset

Stakeholder management

Driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Support Engineering and Quality teams by expediting critical supplier documentation
• Coordinate supplier deviation requests and non-conformances, ensuring proper tracking and closure
• Manage the return and repair process for non-conforming materials
• Assist with claim management related to supplier delays and quality issues, including COPQ tracking
• Support the issue of contractual correspondence to suppliers in line with quality requirements
• Track supplier progress, build strong working relationships, and conduct supplier visits as required
• Manage import processes and customs clearance where applicable

About You

• 1–3 years’ experience in procurement or purchasing, ideally within direct materials
• Understanding of logistics, with exposure to imports preferred
• Strong attention to detail and well‑organised approach
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, problem‑solving mindset with commercial awareness
• Full, valid driving licence required
• Willingness to travel across the EU as part of the role

If you are interested, please apply today!

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Contract

Location: Stafford, England, United Kingdom