Procurement Administrator

NHS Jobs; Town of Ashford (NY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Additional annual leave above stat min

Enhanced family leave (maternity, pat,

Inclusive wellbeing benefits

Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)+

Professional development opportunities

Free membership to rewards/discount平台

Job summary

IC24 is seeking a Procurement Administrator in Ashford, UK, on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role supports the procurement team with quotes, supplier sourcing, and contract management within a healthcare environment.

You will maintain supplier records, track expiries, manage asset registers, and assist with market research and ordering processes. Office attendance is required two days per week.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience is essential.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Exposure to procurement or purchasing processes is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting internal teams with obtaining quotes and sourcing suppliers.
• Ensuring value for money across purchases.
• Tracking contract expiry dates and coordinating renewals.
• Managing and updating supplier and contract records.
• Maintaining the asset register for company equipment.
• Handling supplier queries and supporting day-to-day communication.
• Assisting with market research to identify best-value options.
• Supporting procurement systems and ordering processes.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Package Description:

The Role Express new ideas, take initiative and save lives. Others talk about being brave, at IC24, were made that way. From providing high quality integrated urgent care for over six million people, to thinking of innovative solutions for our patients every role at IC24 is made to be brave. Were looking for a highly organised and proactive Procurement Administrator on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract to support our Procurement Team in delivering an efficient, compliant, and value-driven purchasing service. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong admin skills who is keen to develop experience in procurement, supplier coordination, and contract management within a healthcare environment.

What youll be doing:

Youll be at the heart of the procurement process, helping ensure everything runs smoothly and on time. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting internal teams with obtaining quotes and sourcing suppliers
• Ensuring value for money across purchases
• Tracking contract expiry dates and coordinating renewals
• Managing and updating supplier and contract records
• Maintaining the asset register for company equipment
• Handling supplier queries and supporting day-to-day communication
• Assisting with market research to identify best-value options
• Supporting procurement systems and ordering processes

What were looking for:

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• A strong communicator who can build relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
• Comfortable using systems and Excel
• Proactive, adaptable, and keen to learn
• Previous experience in an administrative role is essential.
• Exposure to procurement or purchasing processes would be advantageous but not required.

Who are we?

We are Integrated Care 24 (IC24), the leading not for profit Social Enterprise providing innovative and patient focused primary care services. IC24 is committed to improving access to health and social care for our patients and reducing the demand on secondary care services. IC24 provides services to over 6 million patients, including GP led out-of-hours services, NHS 111, primary care and secondary care support services.

Location

Ashford, Kent (2 days per week in the office are expected)

Hours

37.5 per week Monday Friday 9am-5pm

Contract type

Fixed term for 12 months

Whats in it for you:

• Salary of£26,270
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Additional annual leave above statutory minimum based on service
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption leave and pay)
• Inclusive wellbeing benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme including free 24/7 independent counselling and occupational health services
• Professional development opportunities
• Free membership to our reward and discount platform
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes

Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory basic DBS disclosure and references to cover a 3-year period.

Closing date:19th November 2026

We celebrate brave ideas and brave people. careers.ic24.org.uk

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and encourage applications from ethnic minorities, those with disabilities, LGBTQ+ communities, neurodiverse individuals, and other under-represented groups. Were dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

If you need any workplace adjustments during the application or interview process, or have accessibility requirements, please contact the recruitment team at [e-mail].