Procurement Assistant

The Curve Group; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Inprova UK is seeking a Procurement Assistant in Warrington, three days a week in the office, to support the Category Manager with procurement strategies and supplier management. The role focuses on compliant tendering, contract performance, and driving value for customers.

You will analyse data, inform decisions, and help deliver category improvements while maintaining strong supplier relationships in a dynamic, public sector oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and contract management, ideally in public sector or consortium environments.
• Strong knowledge of Public Sector Procurement regulations (PCR 2015 or PA2023).
• Excellent communication, organisation, analytical ability and time management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support compliant tendering and procurement processes in line with PCR 2015/PA23.
• Understand customer needs and deliver strategic procurement advice.
• Identify category opportunities and risks and develop category strategies.
• Manage mini-competitions, price reviews, call-off contracts, and framework agreements.
• Implement and manage framework strategies to support performance.
• Conduct market analysis and stay up to date on trends in building materials and related supply chains.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to drive quality and value.
• Engage with clients to ensure excellent service delivery and category performance.
• Monitor and report on contract performance focusing on retention and growth.
• Support marketing and sales teams in promoting category solutions.
• Analyse data to measure performance and inform decisions.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Communication

Organisation

Analytical ability

Time management

Job description

Location: Warrington (3 days a week in the office)

Are you ready to make a real impact in procurement within a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation? Join a leading provider of procurement and supply chain solutions supporting vital sectors including healthcare, housing, and education.

About the Role

We’re looking for an organised, and commercially aware Procurement Assistant to support the Category Manager across key spend areas. You’ll help shape and deliver effective procurement strategies that drive value, compliance, and excellent service for our customers.

In this role, you’ll manage tendering activity, supplier relationships, and contract performance while ensuring procurement processes run smoothly and efficiently. You’ll use data to inform decisions, support stakeholders, and contribute to the continuous improvement of category performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support compliant tendering and procurement processes in line with Public Sector Procurement regulations (PCR 2015/PA23).
• Understand customer needs and deliver clear, strategic procurement advice.
• Identify category opportunities and risks, contributing to the development of category strategies.
• Manage mini-competitions, price reviews, call-off contracts, and framework agreements.
• Implement and manage framework strategies that support financial and operational performance.
• Conduct market analysis and stay up to date on trends and innovations, particularly across building materials and related supply chains.
• Build and maintain productive supplier relationships that drive quality, value, and service.
• Engage with clients regularly to ensure excellent service delivery and category performance.
• Monitor and report on contract performance, focusing on customer retention, growth, and operational outcomes.
• Support marketing and sales teams in promoting category solutions.
• Analyse data to measure performance, identify improvements, and support decision‑making.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Experience: Proven background in procurement and contract management, ideally within the public sector or a consortium environment.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of Public Sector Procurement regulations (PCR 2015 or PA2023)
• Skills: Excellent communication, organisation, analytical ability, and time management.
• Relationship Management: Ability to build strong, effective relationships with suppliers and customers.

Why Join Inprova?

At Inprova, we’re more than just a workplace, we’re a values-led organisation committed to delivering positive outcomes for our clients and communities. As a certified B Corp and a Sunday Times Best Place to Work, we’re proud to offer an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment where people can thrive.

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