Procurement Associate - Hybrid, Data-Driven & Automation Focus

Construction, Property and Engineering; Hinckley; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE seeks an Associate Procurement Professional in Desford with hybrid work (3 days in office: Mon, Wed, Fri). The role covers day-to-day procurement tasks, supplier relationships, and resolving invoice issues in a global logistics environment.

The position involves driving process improvements, including automation and AI tools, with up to 10% travel within the UK or Europe. Requires 2+ years in procurement and strong negotiation and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in procurement, logistics or supply chain.
• Strong negotiation, data analysis and sourcing skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365; Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supplier & Order Management: Manage supplier relationships, support sourcing, handle new part setups, and negotiate solutions.
• Data & Problem Solving: Conduct data analysis, resolve invoice grief, and improve metrics.
• Process Improvement: Drive automation, and support safety, compliance, and lean procedures.
• Travel: Up to 10% UK or European travel for supplier or customer visits, as required.

Skills

Negotiation

Data analysis

Sourcing experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Power BI

Job description

Randstad CPE seeks an Associate Procurement Professional in Desford with hybrid work (3 days in office: Mon, Wed, Fri). The role covers day-to-day procurement tasks, supplier relationships, and resolving invoice issues in a global logistics environment.

The position involves driving process improvements, including automation and AI tools, with up to 10% travel within the UK or Europe. Requires 2+ years in procurement and strong negotiation and data analysis skills.