Purchase Order Processor in Bristol

At John Sisk & Son, we’re more than a construction company.

We’re a family-owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project.

We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders for materials and plant in support of reactive maintenance works.
• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and promptly in response to site requisitions.
• Source materials and plant to meet programme, cost and quality requirements.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations when required.
• Resolve order discrepancies, invoice queries and delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement records within the company system (COINS).
• Place orders against agreed suppliers, rates and framework agreements where available.
• Keep requisitioners and site teams updated on order status and lead times.
• Maintain up‑to‑date supplier and pricing information.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and the wider supply chain.
• Liaise with site teams, supervisors and the commercial function to understand demand and priorities.
• Support cost control by securing competitive pricing and flagging price increases or supply risks.
• Act in a suitable and professional manner at all times.
• Assist with negotiation of supplier framework agreements and terms.
• Assist with supplier selection and approval.
• Assist with procurement strategy.

Qualifications

• Some experience in a buying, purchasing or procurement administration role (construction, rail or maintenance an advantage).
• Experience of the COINS system desirable.
• Ability to effectively utilise a range of Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing orders.
• Ability to work at pace in a reactive environment and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrate clear written and oral communication.
• Demonstrate ownership and commercial awareness.
• Effective time management, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of construction or rail materials and plant.
• Key Attributes
• Sense of urgency and responsiveness.
• Uses initiative.
• Calm and resilient under pressure.
• Collaborative team player.
• Accountability and ownership.
• Accuracy and a “right first time” mindset.
• Integrity and commercial ethics – fair, transparent dealings with suppliers and acting in the company’s interest at all times.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 26 days annual leave plus additional company days.
• Pension and benefits.
• Structured development and training opportunities.
• Exposure to major construction projects.
• Supportive team culture and flexible working.
• Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic.

Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

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