Procurement Assistant — Hands-on Start with Career Progression

Taryn Hall Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Taryn Hall Recruitment is recruiting a Procurement Assistant for their Sunderland based team. The role supports day-to-day sourcing, supplier onboarding and procurement processes, with exposure to clients, suppliers and internal teams.

This is ideal for a junior candidate eager to learn and develop procurement skills. You will work closely with experienced procurement professionals, gain hands-on experience across goods, services, works and technology, and have opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence communicating with people at different levels.
• A good understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and manage your time effectively.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• A proactive, positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the procurement team with day-to-day sourcing and purchasing activities.
• Helping clients identify suitable suppliers and service providers.
• Assisting with procurement processes, from initial requirements through to supplier selection.
• Communicating with clients and suppliers, responding to queries and providing updates.
• Supporting the onboarding of new suppliers and maintaining accurate supplier information.
• Carrying out basic research, data analysis and reporting.
• Preparing and maintaining procurement documentation and records.
• Monitoring shared inboxes and responding to enquiries.
• Supporting the team with meetings, administration and project coordination.
• Working with colleagues to identify opportunities to improve processes and service delivery.

Job description

Taryn Hall Recruitment is recruiting a Procurement Assistant for their Sunderland based team. The role supports day-to-day sourcing, supplier onboarding and procurement processes, with exposure to clients, suppliers and internal teams.

This is ideal for a junior candidate eager to learn and develop procurement skills. You will work closely with experienced procurement professionals, gain hands-on experience across goods, services, works and technology, and have opportunities to contribute to