Procurement Support Administrator

Kaeferltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KAEFER UK & Ireland is seeking a Procurement Support Administrator for our Sellafield site on a permanent basis. You will create, issue, and track purchase orders, liaise with suppliers, and maintain accurate logs of purchases, costs, and inventory.

This role supports tender preparation and invoice checks as part of day-to-day procurement operations. We value accuracy, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel and procurement software.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent held.
• High accuracy and attention to detail when entering numbers and reviewing orders.
• Clear verbal and written communication with vendors and staff.
• Good working knowledge of spreadsheets (Excel) and procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and track purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Contact suppliers to check order status, compare quotes, and resolve issues.
• Maintain logs of purchases, costs, inventory levels, and supplier data.
• Help prepare tender documents, check invoices, and schedule meetings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Numerical accuracy

Vendor liaison

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

Excel

Procurement software

Job description

At KAEFER, our success is built on our values and culture, which create a supportive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive. We prioritise growth and development, with abundant opportunities for advancement and a commitment to promoting from within. Our wide range of job openings, including entry-level positions, allows for the first steps on the ladder to success. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to support our employees throughout their careers.

We are looking for a Procurement Support Administrator to join our team in Sellafield on a permanent basis.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Create, issue, and track purchase orders to make sure items arrive on time.
• Contact suppliers to check order status, compare price quotes, and resolve delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate logs of purchases, costs, inventory levels, and supplier databases.
• Help prepare tender documents, check invoices, and schedule meetings.

What You Will Bring

• Passes at GSCE level (or equivalent) in English and Maths or relevant experience in a similar job role.
• High accuracy and excellent attention to detail when entering numbers, checking prices, and reviewing order quantities.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills to talk with vendors, stakeholders and internal staff.
• Good working knowledge of spreadsheets (Excel), procurement software and general computer skills

Why KAEFER UK & Ireland?

Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.

KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, EC&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles. We have twelve operating centres across the UK and Ireland, employing approximately 3,500 highly skilled and experienced people. Our people are our lifeforce and every day they deliver excellence to our customers.

KAEFER UK & Ireland is part of the KAEFER Group, a global €2.3 billion business with its headquarters in Bremen, Germany. KAEFER works on more than 5,500 job-sites internationally, with around 33,000 employees. With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.

We take pride in being part of a global company, with common values and many diverse and individual voices. You can 'count on us' to make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work.

Location Address: B222, Magnox and Major projects, Sellafield, Seascale, CA20 1PG, United Kingdom