Procurement Administrator

The Opportunity

• Procurement Administrator
• 12-Month Maternity Cover | £27,400 per annum

An organisation operating a busy shared services function is seeking a Procurement Administrator to join a busy team on a 12‑month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This role is based in a centralised procurement environment and will play a key part in ensuring the efficient processing of purchase orders and the timely supply of parts and services to internal stakeholders.

The Role

Reporting to the Shared Services Manager, the Procurement Administrator will be responsible for managing purchase orders, liaising with suppliers, and supporting internal customers to maintain service continuity and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include

• Prioritising and processing time‑sensitive and vehicle off‑road (VOR) orders in line with contract rules
• Resourcing orders from alternative suppliers where required to maintain stock availability
• Confirming order details, arranging deliveries and resolving post‑order issues
• Monitoring supplier performance issues including availability, pricing and delivery
• Supporting stores processes, including gathering and circulating proof of delivery
• Dealing with supplier invoice and pricing queries
• Providing high‑quality administrative and customer support to internal teams
• Attending monthly team meetings and supporting colleagues during periods of absence

About You

The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast‑paced procurement or supply chain environment.

You will ideally have

• A strong understanding of supply chain or procurement processes
• Excellent organisational skills and a confident telephone manner
• A proactive, solution‑focused approach
• Experience using systems such as Oracle
• Previous experience in engineering, stores or operational environments (advantageous)

What’s on offer

• Salary: £27,400 per annum
• Contract: 12‑month fixed‑term maternity cover
• Location: Office‑based shared services environment
• Opportunity to gain experience within a structured procurement function

This vacancy is being managed on a confidential basis. Further details about the organisation will be provided to shortlisted candidates.