Milton Keynes
6 Month Contract, £12.71 per hour
Are you looking to gain valuable experience within a global corporate environment and develop skills that can open doors to future opportunities in procurement, supply chain, operations, or commercial business functions?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the procurement function of a major international banking and financial services organisation, gaining hands on experience across supplier management, procurement operations, administration, and commercial support. If you're looking to build your CV with a recognised household name and develop practical experience within a corporate setting, this role could be the perfect fit.
What You'll Be Doing
Working within a busy procurement team, you'll provide essential administrative and operational support while gaining exposure to commercial decision making and supplier relationship management.
Supporting supplier onboarding and maintaining supplier records.
Assisting with purchase order creation and management.
Scheduling meetings and coordinating procurement activities.
Tracking deliveries and helping resolve invoice queries.
Maintaining procurement databases and internal systems.
Supporting tendering and quotation processes.
Conducting basic market and spend analysis.
Providing administrative support to procurement and supply chain projects.
Managing diaries, documentation, and team reporting activities.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an organised, professional, and motivated individual who is eager to learn and develop within a corporate environment.
This role would suit someone looking to gain valuable experience in procurement, administration, supply chain, commercial operations, or financial services. Relevant skills may have been gained through education, work experience, internships, placements, volunteering, or previous office-based roles.
Ideal skills and qualities include:
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
A professional and presentable approach in an office environment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Exposure to procurement, purchasing, administration, or supply chain activities would be advantageous but is not essential.
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
What's In It For You?
Gain experience with a globally recognised financial services brand.
Build highly sought after procurement and commercial skills.
Enhance your CV with experience in a large corporate environment.
Work alongside experienced procurement professionals.
Opportunity to develop knowledge of supplier management, purchasing, and contract support.
Valuable stepping stone into careers within Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial Operations, Finance, or Project Management.
Requirements
Degree, A-Levels or equivalent.
Strong willingness to learn and develop.
Ability to work in a professional office environment in Milton Keynes.
Positive attitude and strong work ethic.Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application
Salary description
£12.71 - £12.71 per hour