Assocaite Procurement Professional

Associate Procurement ProfessionalLocation: Desford | Department: Procurement & Specialty Products | Type: Full-TimeSalary: £nogetiable depending on Salary – Inside IR35Hours: 08:00am – 16:00pm Monday – Friday Flexibile start / finish timesWe\’re looking for a talented Associate Procurement Professional to join our dynamic team and play a key role in supporting the Procurement and Specialty Products Category areas. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a measurable impact across the supply chain.What You’ll Be DoingIn this role, you will:Request and evaluate supplier quotations, conduct cost analysis, maintain pricing records, and manage supplier communications.Ensure procurement activities follow internal procedures and industry best practices.Lead and support sourcing projects, troubleshoot procurement challenges, and resolve invoice discrepancies.Coordinate supplier onboarding and build strong, lasting vendor relationships.Work closely with the Site Buyer and contribute to broader procurement initiatives across the business.Use a range of systems including Microsoft Office, Power BI, PROcure, Glovia, and others to support day-to-day operations.Drive continuous improvement in Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM).Manage the full procurement lifecycle—from contract negotiation and bid evaluation to purchase order issuance and inventory monitoring.Maintain accurate procurement documentation and support compliance efforts.Additional InvolvementProvide cover for the Legacy/Service Buyer during absences.Support the Direct Procurement team in preparing for internal and external audits.What We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking someone with the following strengths:Analytical mindset – skilled in interpreting data and solving procurement challenges.Strong communicator – able to present information clearly and confidently to all stakeholders.Organised and detail-focused – adept at managing multiple tasks and maintaining high documentation standards.Project management capability – able to take procurement projects from concept through to completion.Procurement know-how – familiar with procurement systems, best practices, and regulatory requirements.Tech-savvy – comfortable using various digital tools and quick to learn new systems.Logistics awareness – understanding of inventory and supply chain coordination.