Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Are you looking for the right role to develop your procurement career? Come and join one of the most successful companies in Doncaster!
As a Junior Procurement Advisor, you will support the Procurement team with day-to-day activities, assist in managing suppliers, and contribute to delivering cost-effective and compliant procurement solutions across the organisation. You will work closely with senior team members, internal stakeholders, and suppliers to ensure contracts, processes, and systems operate efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the procurement of goods, services, and projects across the organisation
- Assist with supplier onboarding, contract management, and supplier relationship activities
- Review quotations and support price negotiations with suppliers.
- Help maintain and improve the approved supplier base to maximise value and efficiency
- Work collaboratively with health, safety, and environmental teams to ensure supplier compliance
- Provide procurement guidance and support to internal stakeholders
- Assist with tendering processes, including preparation of specifications and evaluation of bids
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiencies
- Support the continuous improvement of procurement systems and processes
What you'll need to succeed
- Minimum of 1 year's experience in a procurement or related role
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
- Confident communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong relationship-building abilities
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving capability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Relevant professional qualification desirable (or willingness to work towards it)
What you'll get in return
- 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Support with professional development, including relevant qualifications (where applicable)
- Recognition scheme
- Refer-a-friend scheme
- Flexible benefits (e.g. retail discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym memberships where applicable)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support services
What you need to do now
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