Procurement Administrator

My client is a successful and well respected construction company in the Greater Manchester area. They have a vacancy for a Procurement Administrator who will be responsible for all procurement activity to ensure the smooth and efficient ordering of materials across their construction sites.

Main Duties (not an exhaustive list):-

* Liaise with internal clients to determine their product and service needs

* Process order requisitions in a timely manner

* Ensure target budgets are met or identify why those budgets are insufficient

* Ensure suppliers deliver on time and meet contract Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

* Conduct industry and market research and keep up with market trends

* Produce monthly savings reports

* Research and identify potential new suppliers and products

Qualifications and Experience:-

* Previous experience in a procurement role

* Knowledge and understanding of construction materials

* Able to work to project deadlines and SLAs

* Professional with excellent communication and negotiation skills

* Able to deliver numerous tasks within a quick turnaround and prioritise accordingly

The hiring company are award-winning in a number of areas, including for being excellent employers. There are continual advancement opportunities within the company. Therefore, this is a great opportunity for a candidate who is hard-working, loyal and ambitious.

The role is Monday to Friday, generally 8.30am-5pm although there is flexibility on hours. Plenty of benefits and a generous holiday entitlement