Procurement Associate: Data, Automation & Supplier Ops

Randstad Construction and Property; England; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE in Desford is seeking an Associate Procurement Professional for a hybrid role. You will work 37.5 hours per week with 3 days in the office (Mon, Wed, Fri).

The role includes day-to-day procurement tasks, resolving invoice issues, managing supplier relationships, and driving process improvements including AI tools and automation opportunities. The position offers a pay rate of up to £16.65 per hour, a 12-month contract with potential extension, and UK/European travel up to 10% as

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience or strong awareness in Procurement, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
• Strong negotiation skills, data analysis, and sourcing experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365; Power BI advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships, support sourcing, handle new part setups, and negotiate solutions.
• Conduct data analysis, resolve invoice issues, and improve operational metrics.
• Participate in project initiatives, drive automation, and support lean procedures.
• Travel up to 10% UK or European travel as required.

Skills

Negotiation

Data analysis

Sourcing

Self-driven

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft 365

Job description

Randstad CPE in Desford is seeking an Associate Procurement Professional for a hybrid role. You will work 37.5 hours per week with 3 days in the office (Mon, Wed, Fri).

The role includes day-to-day procurement tasks, resolving invoice issues, managing supplier relationships, and driving process improvements including AI tools and automation opportunities. The position offers a pay rate of up to £16.65 per hour, a 12-month contract with potential extension, and UK/European travel up to 10% as