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Procurement Assistant - Public Sector

Goodman Masson
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR4 0AS, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Goodman Masson is seeking a Procurement Assistant for Fusion21, located in a hybrid work environment in Liverpool, offering a competitive salary with excellent benefits.
  • The role involves supporting procurement operations, assisting in delivering procurement services, and maintaining accurate procurement data.
  • Candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths, a strong interest in procurement, and ideally some experience in procurement-related tasks.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities are essential for this position.
  • This opportunity is ideal for those looking to develop their career in procurement within a socially responsible organization, with no specific years of experience required.

Job Opportunity: Procurement AssistantLocation: Hybrid (Liverpool HQ with flexible working)Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Goodman Masson is delighted to be partnering with Fusion21 in their search for a Procurement Assistant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to support procurement operations within a socially conscious and forward-thinking organisation.

About Fusion21

Fusion21 is a national social enterprise that delivers procurement solutions and social value for public sector organisations. With a strong focus on ethical procurement and sustainable practices, they are committed to driving positive social impact across communities while delivering cost efficiencies for their members.

The Role

As Procurement Assistant, you will:

  • Provide support to internal operational procurement staff and Members within Fusion21's procurement service offering.

  • Assist in delivering procurement services, undertaking discrete tasks within the procurement process under the guidance of senior colleagues.

  • Support a range of procurement projects, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

  • Maintain accurate procurement data and IT systems.

  • Foster strong working relationships with Members and Suppliers to support operational needs.

  • Ensure high levels of customer service and effective communication with stakeholders.

  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement frameworks and processes.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C or 4 and above).

  • A strong interest in procurement and/or the built environment.

  • An understanding of public sector procurement processes and regulations.

  • Experience in undertaking procurement-related tasks (desirable but not essential).

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

  • The ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

  • A proactive and motivated approach to work.

Desirable:

  • CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.

  • Experience using e-procurement portals (e.g., Delta e-Sourcing) and CRM systems.

  • Knowledge of the built environment and the lifecycle of buildings.

Why Join Fusion21?
  • Purpose-Driven Work - Be part of an organisation committed to ethical procurement and social value.

  • Hybrid Working - Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

  • Career Development - Opportunities for training, professional growth, and progression.

  • Competitive Package - A rewarding salary with excellent benefits.

If you're looking to develop your career in procurement and want to be part of an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and social impact, we'd love to hear from you!

To apply or find out more, please contact Jack Benson at

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.