Procurement Assistant – 12 Month FTC, 30 hours

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. Support buyers with day-to-day procurement activity across direct and indirect spend .

Posted 10/8/2026part-timeChippenham • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £25,760 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong procurement and contract management capabilities, with expertise in supplier relationship management, compliance checks, and data analysis. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office suite, with a proactive approach to process improvement and problem-solving.

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Procurement ManagementContract AdministrationSupplier Relationship ManagementMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyData Analysis and Reporting

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Hard Skills

Procurement Activity SupportContract Database MaintenancePurchase Order AdministrationCompliance ChecksTender Process SupportData Quality ImprovementPricing AdministrationSourcing and Quotation ProcessesRisk ManagementSupplier Pricing Comparison

Soft Skills

Organisational SkillsAttention to DetailClear CommunicationInterpersonal AbilitiesSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMRP SystemsProcurement SystemsContract Management SystemsProcurement Trackers

Industry Keywords

Energy SectorRenewablesConstruction SectorThird-Party SuppliersCommercial Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support buyers with day-to-day procurement activity across direct and indirect spend
Support tender processes by gathering requirements, issuing documentation, and comparing supplier pricing
Manage due diligence, compliance checks, and onboarding approvals for new suppliers
Track action logs and maintain meeting minutes
Support risk, audit, and sustainability requirements
Maintain the contract database and keep contract records accurate and up to date
Monitor contract renewal and expiry dates and provide timely reports and reminders
Administer contract approval processes for new and renewing agreements
Handle purchase orders, pricing administration, and day-to-day purchasing queries
Maintain accurate product, supplier, and pricing information in procurement systems
Liaise with suppliers regarding orders, availability, lead times, and daily requirements
Produce and maintain procurement trackers, reports, and dashboards
Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, data quality, and policy compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in administration, customer service, purchasing, commercial support, or a similar role
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Confidence working with numerical information, data, and reporting
Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal abilities to build relationships with colleagues and suppliers
Ability to coordinate meetings and follow up with stakeholders
Ability to work independently with high self-motivation
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
General proficiency across the Microsoft Office suite
Proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
Desirable: experience with third-party suppliers or procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or contract management
Desirable: familiarity with ERP, MRP, purchasing, or contract management systems
Desirable: exposure to sourcing, tenders, or quotation processes
Desirable: background or interest in energy, renewables, or construction sectors
Ability to attend the Chippenham office once a week or once a month, based on location
Availability for a 30-hour work week

Benefits

Comp & perks

£500 annual work from home allowance, paid monthly
£500 annual travel allowance, paid monthly
£500 annual development allowance
25 days annual leave
Day off for your birthday
Additional leave for long service
Bank holidays
Option to buy additional leave
Ethical pension plan with Aviva
Employer-matched pension contributions up to 7.5% of base salary
Hybrid working
Formal and informal flexible working options