Procurement jobs in United Kingdom

Job summary

A regional construction contractor in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks an entry-level procurement assistant to provide vital administrative support to the Buying team. Responsibilities include processing purchase orders, researching suppliers, and maintaining compliance documents. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. A degree in relevant fields is preferred, though relevant experience is also valued. This role offers an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in construction procurement.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative and organisational skills required.
• Good numerical and data entry accuracy essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist Buyers with purchase orders for materials.
• Conduct research for potential new suppliers.
• Maintain the Approved Supplier List and procurement database.
• Ensure timely delivery and resolve delivery queries.
• Track supplier invoices and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage procurement files for compliance.
• Support negotiation documentation preparation.