Procurement Associate

PE Global International; Leicester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global International is seeking a Purchasing Support professional in Leicester to generate and manage production contracts and purchase orders, ensuring accurate pricing and timely payment processing.

You will support NPI materials delivery, maintain data in ERP systems, and liaise with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements. Strong data analysis and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Mathematics, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related discipline.
• Experience in purchasing processes: RFQ, supplier onboarding, receipts of goods.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail; data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage production contracts and purchase orders to fulfil business needs.
• Update purchasing systems with accurate pricing details.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payments.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Data gathering

Education

Degree in Business

Supply Chain Management

Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

ERP Systems

Job description

Duties of the role/Responsibilities

• Generate and manage both production contract and single definite purchase orders to fulfil business requirements.
• Update and maintain purchasing systems with accurate and up-to-date pricing details.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment processing.
• Oversee the delivery of materials to support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Ensure continuous compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with internal and external audit assessments as needed.
• Build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers.
• Provide accurate data to assist Buyers and professionals in areas such as Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) to ensure efficient operations.
• Perform analytical and administrative tasks to support purchasing-related strategic initiatives.
• Work closely with Purchasing and cross-functional teams to understand and meet customer requirements.
• Extract data from internal systems and generate various reports for operational support.

Education/Experience

• Degree in Business, Mathematics, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related discipline Experience in a similar role or a strong portfolio showcasing expertise.
• Good understanding of the purchasing process, including supplier selection and onboarding, Request for Quotation (RFQ), and receipt of goods.
• Strong problem-solving skills paired with exceptional attention to detail.
• Skilled in gathering and analysing data to support strategic business decisions and align with organizational objectives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power BI, ERP Systems, and similar applications.
• Foundational knowledge of project management principles to effectively plan, organize, monitor, and manage workload ensuring successful project execution.
• Understanding of the operational aspects of goods and materials movement; capable of anticipating, managing, and optimizing the flow of supplies and inventory.

Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must already have the correct visa to live and work in the UK.