Procurement Assistant — Hybrid Role with Sourcing & Analytics

Wales & West Utilities; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas distribution company in the UK seeks a Procurement Assistant to support its Procurement Strategy and Annual Plan. The role involves aiding sourcing events, procurement administration, and maintaining the Vendor List. Ideal applicants will have excellent organizational and communication skills, along with a good grasp of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working opportunities

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Retirement Savings Plan (pension)

Life Insurance

Flexible benefit scheme options

Financial Wellbeing Programme

Enhanced pay for parental leave

Retail discounts

Annual salary review

Discretionary annual bonus

Company Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize own workload, organized and thorough.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience of using ERP applications (SAP R/3, SAP SRM) and eProcurement Solutions (Bravo) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Category Manager in sourcing events.
• Act as first point of contact for suppliers and stakeholders.
• Maintain the WWU Approved Vendor List (AVL).

Skills

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Experience with ERP (SAP R/3, SAP SRM)

Job description

A leading gas distribution company in the UK seeks a Procurement Assistant to support its Procurement Strategy and Annual Plan. The role involves aiding sourcing events, procurement administration, and maintaining the Vendor List. Ideal applicants will have excellent organizational and communication skills, along with a good grasp of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working options.