Supplier Amendments Assistant - 7 Month FTC

Arriva UK Bus Limited; Thurmaston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva UK Bus Limited seeks a Supplier Amendments Assistant on a fixed-term basis to maintain accurate supplier and customer data across the business. You will process amendment requests, review documentation, update records, and liaise with Procurement, Finance and Operations teams.

The role focuses on data quality, privacy compliance, and timely issue resolution, with opportunities to contribute to streamlined processes in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Multiple years of administrative, data entry, finance, procurement, or supply chain support experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and learn new systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier amendment requests accurately and efficiently.
• Review amendment documentation to ensure all approvals and supporting information are in place.
• Update supplier and customer records within company systems.
• Liaise with Procurement, Finance and Operations teams, and external suppliers.
• Investigate and resolve data discrepancies and queries.
• Support data cleansing and data quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with development of more efficient processes and ways of working.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy requirements and company policies.

Skills

Administrative

Data entry

Finance support

Procurement

Supply chain

Excel

Communication

Team player

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Contract management software

Job description

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about maintaining accurate data? We're looking for a Supplier Amendments Assistant on a fixed term basis to join our team and play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of supplier and customer information across our business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and data management experience who enjoys working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll be doing

• Processing supplier amendment requests accurately and efficiently.
• Reviewing amendment documentation to ensure all approvals and supporting information are in place.
• Updating supplier and customer records within company systems.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders, including Procurement, Finance and Operations teams, as well as external suppliers.
• Investigating and resolving data discrepancies and queries.
• Supporting data cleansing and data quality improvement initiatives.
• Assisting with the development of more efficient processes and ways of working.
• Ensuring compliance with data privacy requirements and company policies.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in an administrative, data entry, finance, procurement, or supply chain support role.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• The ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable Experience of working with ERP systems, procurement systems, or contract management software.

Why Arriva?

At Arriva, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team where your contribution makes a real difference. We are committed to developing our people and creating opportunities for growth and progression across the business. If you're looking for your next administrative opportunity and thrive in a detail-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications is Friday 18th September 2026

Arriva is a leading provider of passenger transport across Europe, employing around 34,400 people and delivering around 1.6 billion passenger journeys. With buses, trains, coaches, trams, waterbuses, bike-sharing systems, on-demand transport solutions and a rolling stock leasing company, Arriva proudly connects people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably across 11 countries, delivering these services in a better way, every day. The activities of Arriva are divided into four business units: UK Bus, UK Trains, The Netherlands and Mainland Europe. Arriva has passenger transport operations in the Czech Republic, Croatia, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and the United Kingdom, and also operates a rolling stock leasing company in Romania.

Thanks for your interest in working on our team!! Our expansion is opening up exciting prospects! As our team grows, we’re on the lookout for the brightest talent to join us. Our ongoing success hinges on this! After reviewing our available positions, we encourage you to apply to those that resonate with your skills. Stay updated on your application status and be alerted to new opportunities that capture your interest! We’re grateful for your consideration to become a part of our dynamic team!