Junior Procurement Assistant

Junior Procurement Assistant

Due to continued growth, our city based client is looking to recruit a Junior Procurement Assistant to work closely with the Head of Procurement.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is organised, confident, and full of common sense, with a real roll your sleeves up attitude. We’re keen to hear from people who enjoy learning, are happy to give things a go, and thrive in a busy, team focused environment.

You will support the day to day procurement function, helping to ensure everything runs smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing centralised administrative support to the procurement team, including booking meetings, arranging transport and deliveries, and handling internal enquiries
• Creating and managing purchase orders
• Resolving escalated invoice queries and responding to supplier enquiries
• Onboarding and setting up new suppliers, including database administration
• Acting as a key link between the procurement team, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Supporting low value tender exercises
• Producing regular procurement reports
• Ensuring supplier and vendor information is accurate and kept up to date within procurement systems

We’re looking for someone who brings enthusiasm, reliability, and a strong work ethic, along with:

• Previous experience working within a construction environment
• Supply Chain or Procurement experience (preferred but not essential)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and develop
• Confidence using systems and databases (experience with Procore would be an advantage, but is not essential)
• An understanding of the importance of delivering a first class service
• UK Driving Licence

You’ll be joining a supportive, forward thinking team that values its people and offers ongoing training, development opportunities, and a great working environment.