Title: Procurement Administrator Location: Dagenham Salary: 30,000 - 38,000 DOE

Work Pattern: Hybrid (3 days office, 2 days from home)

You must be a car driver for this opportunity due to the location of the warehouse. Please do not apply if you are reliant on public transport. Please ensure your location is clearly written on your CV.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated procurement administrator to join our client's procurement team, supporting operations across four manufacturing sites and third-party manufacturing suppliers. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a positive, can-do attitude, strong attention to detail, and great communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Management & Administration: Maintain ERP data systems (JD Edwards), including price updates, supplier setup, and packaging/product code management. Provide tender management assistance to support strategic sourcing initiatives. Manage and investigate invoice queries to ensure accurate processing. Compile, analyze, and present data reports to support decision-making.
• Strategic Sourcing Support: Assist with strategic sourcing of packaging, ingredients, and ad-hoc projects. Research and analyze global markets to identify new suppliers. Support packaging and NPD (New Product Development) projects. Coordinate packaging and product sample requests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.

What We're Looking For

Essential Personal Qualities

• Clear communication skills at all organizational levels
• Self-motivated with drive and initiative
• Positive, can-do attitude with enthusiasm for challenges
• Lateral thinking ability
• Strong multitasking capabilities
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Effective time management skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Project management experience
• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities
• GCSEs in Mathematics and English (minimum)
• Further education qualifications are advantageous

Company Benefits

• Holidays: 25 days, increasing to 28 days with service
• Additional Leave: Up to 10 extra days for long service
• Pension: Group personal pension with 4% employer contribution
• Life Cover: 3x salary paid to nominated beneficiary
• Maternity Pay: Occupational maternity pay plus SMP
• Accident Cover: Disability compensation
• Health & Wellbeing: BUPA & BUPA cash plan
• Recognition: Employee Star Award
• Lunches & Drinks: Free lunch daily + free drinks
• Social Events: Subsidized sports & social events, annual BBQ
• Annual Flu Vaccination provided

Additional Notes

Car Driver Required: The office is not accessible via public transport; a valid driving license and access to a car are essential.

Please mention your location in your CV. Applications without location details may experience delays.

Eligibility: Only UK residents with full visa status will be considered. Those planning to relocate should mention this in their CV or cover letter.

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