Junior Procurement Specialist - 12 Month Contract

Junior Procurement Specialist – 12 Month Contract 

My client is a well-established organisation operating within the construction sector, delivering a mix of residential and commercial projects. Due to continued activity across multiple sites, they are seeking a Junior Procurement Specialist to support the Construction & Procurement Manager and play a key role in ensuring an efficient, compliant, and cost-effective procurement function. 

This role will suit someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, strong stakeholder interaction, and ownership of end-to-end purchasing administration. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Procurement Manager across all purchasing activities 
• Act as the first point of contact for suppliers and internal purchasing queries 
• Raise, amend and track purchase orders, ensuring timely placement and accurate delivery 
• Process material orders efficiently and follow up on delays or discrepancies to resolution 
• Liaise closely with site foremen across multiple construction sites to assess daily supply requirements 
• Assemble pricing packages and conduct supplier comparisons to support commercial decisions 
• Negotiate rates and pricing blocks with suppliers as required 
• Support accounts payable queries and ensure accurate PO reconciliation 
• Compile and maintain project procurement files, including contracts, correspondence, variations and schedules 

Knowledge, Skills & Experience 

• Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement administration role 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across sites and suppliers 
• Proactive, self-motivated and capable of working on own initiative 

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