Procurement Assistant

ReQuire Consultancy; Warminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing business in Warminster is seeking a motivated Procurement Assistant to join their procurement team. This flexible role involves supporting procurement processes, managing supplier documentation, and ensuring smooth supply chain operations. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills and a background in procurement or administration. Enjoy 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, on-site gym access, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

23 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata)

Free on-site parking

Access to an on-site gym

Qualifications

• Experience in a procurement or administrative role.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communicator and relationship builder.

Responsibilities

• Providing proactive administrative support to the procurement team.
• Creating and updating purchase orders and maintaining records.
• Updating MRP/ERP data to ensure accuracy.
• Supporting the import process and liaising with freight forwarders.
• Monitoring inventory levels to support buying decisions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proficient using MS Office

Effective communication

Knowledge of imports and freight forwarding

Job description

Join an established and growing manufacturing business with over a century of heritage, quality, and innovation. We are recruiting a Procurement Assistant to support a busy procurement function and play an essential role in ensuring the smooth operation of the supply chain. This role is 30 hours per week and we can be flexible around the hours.

This opportunity would be perfect for someone highly organised, proactive, and eager to build their career within procurement and supply chain. Working closely with the Buyer & Procurement Officer, you’ll contribute to process improvements, supplier engagement, and the efficient flow of goods into the business.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing proactive administrative support to the procurement team
• Creating and updating purchase orders, maintaining accurate records and supplier documentation
• Updating MRP/ERP data to ensure delivery and order information is accurate
• Supporting the import process, including liaison with freight forwarders and goods-in teams
• Assisting with supplier evaluations and maintaining performance metrics
• Monitoring inventory levels and helping analyse demand to support buying decisions
• Supporting negotiations and assisting with contract terms
• Working with Finance to resolve invoice queries promptly
• Keeping informed of market trends to identify potential cost efficiencies

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a procurement or administrative role
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient using MS Office, especially Excel
• Effective communicator and relationship builder
• Knowledge of imports and freight forwarding would be an advantage

Why you’ll love this role:

• 23 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata)
• Free on-site parking
• Access to an on-site gym
• A supportive, friendly team environment and a business where your contribution truly matters

If you’re motivated, organised, and ready to take the next step in your procurement career, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Sam Stiles today.