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Procurement Administrator | Wolverton | Up to £26,000
The Opportunity:
An exciting opportunity to kick-start your career in procurement with a leading provider in the rail vehicle maintenance and overhaul sector. As the company experiences significant growth, they are seeking a self-starting, proactive individual with administration experience and an interest in procurement to join their team as a Procurement Administrator, providing essential support to the direct project buyers.
The role offers a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career, with access to educational support for procurement qualifications and long-term growth potential within the rail sector. As the company expands, you will have the chance to develop into a full procurement role, gaining valuable hands-on experience while playing an integral part in a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and track the order book, ensuring timely updates and progress.
- Liaise with external stakeholders to secure direct materials and ensure prompt delivery.
- Ensure all procurement documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
- Assist in various administrative tasks within the procurement team.
- Support direct buyers in the procurement process, including order chasing and following up on outstanding materials.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless procurement operations.
Working Practices:
- Location: Office-based in Wolverton, with the possibility to work hybrid following the probation period.
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, standard core hours.
Candidate Essentials:
- Previous administration experience (Essential)
- Basic Excel and Outlook knowledge (Essential)
- Previous stakeholder management experience (Essential)
- Self-starting and proactive, eager to learn and grow (Essential)
- Experience in order book chasing (Desirable)
- SAP experience (Desirable)
Closing date: Thursday 16th January 2025
How to apply for the Procurement Administrator role
If you are interested in the Preocurement Administrator role, then please apply via this job board. For more in-formation, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page.
Likely job titles: Procurement Assistant, Purchasing Administrator, Procurement Coordinator, Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Officer, Sourcing Administrator, Buying Administrator, Supply Chain Support Officer, Office Administrator, Operations Administrator
About Ford & Stanley group
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.
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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil
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