Procurement Assistant

Procurement Assistant – Secure Business (hybrid working)

Are you looking to start or develop your career in procurement and want an opportunity where you can genuinely progress?

We’re looking for motivated and capable Procurement Assistants to join our growing Secure Business Procurement team, supporting procurement activity across Defence and Security clients, including innovative technology, research and development, goods, works and services.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their procurement career who wants hands-on experience, professional development and the opportunity to progress within a fast-growing, employee-owned business.

The role is also suitable for someone looking to undertake a CIPS Level 3 Apprenticeship.

The Role

Working alongside experienced procurement professionals, you’ll support clients and suppliers throughout the procurement process and gradually take on greater responsibility as your knowledge and confidence develop.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Supporting clients with procurement and sourcing requirements across a variety of categories

* Assisting with end-to-end procurement processes under the guidance of experienced colleagues

* Researching and identifying suitable suppliers and service providers

* Communicating directly with clients and suppliers, responding to queries and providing updates

* Supporting the onboarding of new suppliers

* Responding to system and service support queries

* Maintaining accurate procurement records and documentation

* Using SharePoint and internal systems to manage information

* Monitoring shared inboxes and ensuring queries are dealt with promptly

* Organising meetings and supporting client and supplier engagement

* Providing wider administrative support to the procurement team

About You

You don't need to be an experienced procurement professional. We're looking for someone with the right attitude, strong communication skills and a genuine desire to learn and develop.

You'll ideally be someone who is organised, reliable and comfortable taking ownership of your work. You'll enjoy dealing with different people and be confident communicating with both clients and suppliers.

You'll need:

* GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Good literacy and numeracy

* Strong attention to detail

* Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage your workload

* Confidence working with data, systems and documentation

* Good Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams

* A proactive approach and willingness to learn

Previous experience within an office or professional working environment would be beneficial, as would a basic understanding of procurement, but neither is essential.

Security Requirements

As you'll be supporting clients within the Defence and Security sector, you must be able to successfully complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and be willing and eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance in the future.

Why Join Us?

We're growing quickly, which means there are genuine opportunities to develop your career. You'll have access to experienced procurement professionals and senior management who can support your progression, with the potential to move into more senior procurement positions as your skills develop.

Our benefits include:

* Hybrid working (3 days in the office)

* CIPS and professional development opportunities

* Clear career progression within a growing procurement team

* Company pension

* Employee benefits and wellbeing support

* Regular company and team events

* Supportive and collaborative working environment

* The opportunity to work with major public-sector, Defence and Security clients

* Employee ownership through our Employee-Owned Trust (EOT)

An Employee-Owned Business

We're proud to be an Employee-Owned Trust (EOT), which means our people have a genuine stake in the long-term success of the business.

We encourage everyone to think and act like an owner – taking responsibility, sharing ideas, working collaboratively and looking for ways to make things better for our clients, suppliers and colleagues.

If you're ambitious, eager to learn and looking for more than just another administrative role, this could be an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in procurement