Procurement Support Administrator

2 weeks ago


Bridgwater, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

Position: Purchasing /procurement Admin Assistant

Hours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am -7pm, Friday early finish 1pm.

Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses.

Role overview:

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary for the business. As part of a small team, you will work closely with suppliers to ensure they meet quality and delivery standards.

Key responsibilities:

  • Handle purchases and place daily orders with suppliers.
  • Follow up on outstanding deliveries and expedite where necessary.
  • Participate in and manage Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes.
  • Annually review contracts with suppliers and work on cost reduction initiatives.
  • Create and maintain supplier details and part numbers in a computerised system.
  • Negotiate pricing, product quality, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
  • Supervise supplier contracts and ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date.
  • Formulate delivery plans with suppliers.
  • Manage non-conformance claims and liaise with suppliers for replacements when needed.
  • Source and develop suitable suppliers for new and current product materials.
  • Resolve technical issues with suppliers promptly to ensure supply continuity.
  • Perform administrative duties, including maintaining departmental documentation and records, and keeping the approved suppliers list updated.
  • Populate Excel reports to monitor supplier spend and performance against defined KPIs.

Education and experience:

  • GCSE Maths and English grade 4 or above, or equivalent.
  • Experience in procurement and administration.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and managing changeovers; experience with Fourth Shift and SAP is preferred.

Competencies:

  • Strong team player.
  • Diligent and responsible.
  • Resourceful and self-driven with a strong commitment to meeting goals, objectives, and deadlines.
  • Ability to work under pressure and achieve desired results.
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and organisational skills.
  • Ability to project a positive and professional image.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines.
  • Creative problem solver.
  • Determined and resourceful.
  • Proactive attitude.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Capable of presenting to suppliers and colleagues effectively.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.



  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing /procurement Admin Assistant Hours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am -7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses. Role overview: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing /procurement Admin AssistantHours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am -7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses.Role overview:Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary for the...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Nonwovenn Limited Full time

    **Who we are**: Nonwovenn is one of the southwest’s largest privately owned manufacturing business employing over 240 people. We are incredibly successful having grown 35% in the last two years with plans to grow a further 100% in the next three years. We are a business that is proud to contribute to harm reduction globally by making innovative specialised...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Nonwovenn Limited Full time

    **Who we are**: Nonwovenn is one of the southwest’s largest privately owned manufacturing business employing over 240 people. We are incredibly successful having grown 35% in the last two years with plans to grow a further 100% in the next three years. We are a business that is proud to contribute to harm reduction globally by making innovative specialised...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing /procurement Admin AssistantHours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am -7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses.Role overview:Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary for the...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing / Procurement Admin Assistant Hours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am - 7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses. Role overview: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing / Procurement Admin AssistantHours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am - 7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses.Role overview:Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary for the...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing / Procurement Admin Assistant Hours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am - 7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses. Role overview: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary for...


  • Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing /procurement Admin Assistant Hours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am -7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses. Role overview: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary...


  • Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing /procurement Admin Assistant Hours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am -7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses. Role overview: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing / Procurement Admin AssistantHours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am - 7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses.Role overview:Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary for the...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Somerset Larder Full time

    **Company Description**: - Southwest Larder: Togetherness, Nurture, Pride, Planet_ Full Time: 39 hours a week **Salary**: £15.20 per hour Location: Gateway Logistics Hub (GLH) Want to work for a company where Togetherness, Nurture, Pride and Planet are at the heart of everything they do? Then look no further, Somerset Larder produces fresh food and...


  • Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset Larder Full time £15

    1607, Regional Rural Business Centre, Market Way, North Petherton, Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom Hybrid Working Full-time Company Description Southwest Larder: Togetherness, Nurture, Pride, Planet Full Time: 39 hours a week Salary: £15.20 per hour Want to work for a company where Togetherness, Nurture, Pride and Planet are at the heart of...


  • Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing / Procurement Admin Assistant Hours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am - 7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses. Role overview: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary...


  • Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom Acorn by Synergie Full time

    Position: Purchasing / Procurement Admin Assistant Hours: 37 hours per week (permanent) you choose hours between 7am - 7pm, Friday early finish 1pm. Salary: £26,000 per annum from day one, plus two bonuses. Role overview: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Admin Assistant will be responsible for acquiring materials and goods necessary...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Wilson James Full time

    Are you ready for a new challenge? Do you want to work for a business who genuinely values and empowers its employees? Do you want to work for a business that is committed to your development, progression and well-being? Due to continuous growth we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as an Procurement Coordinator at Hinkley Point C. The...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Manucomm Recruitment Full time

    Technical Administrator / Lab Administrator Bridgwater £26,000 - 28,000 DOE Manucomm are currently seeking a Technical Administrator / Lab Administrator to join a successful and long-established têxtile manufacturer based at their Head Office on the outskirts of Bridgwater. The purpose of the role is to provide administrative and analytical support, to...


  • Bridgwater, United Kingdom Manucomm Recruitment Full time

    Technical Administrator / Lab Administrator Bridgwater £26,000 - 28,000 DOE Manucomm are currently seeking a Technical Administrator / Lab Administrator to join a successful and long-established têxtile manufacturer based at their Head Office on the outskirts of Bridgwater.The purpose of the role is to provide administrative and analytical support, to...

  • Procurement Lead

    2 weeks ago


    Bridgwater, United Kingdom Rullion Limited Full time

    Job title: Procurement Lead Job Type: Permanent Start date: ASAP - Subject to clearance Salary/ Pay rate/ Benefits: Up to £85k Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Hours of work: 37 hours per week - Fully on site, 5 days per week Applicants must have experience of the following: - Degree or equivalent in relevant supply chain field - Experience of working...

  • Procurement Lead

    2 weeks ago


    Bridgwater, United Kingdom Rullion Limited Full time

    Job title: Procurement LeadJob Type: PermanentStart date: ASAP - Subject to clearanceSalary/ Pay rate/ Benefits: Up to £85k Location: Bridgwater, SomersetHours of work: 37 hours per week - Fully on site, 5 days per weekApplicants must have experience of the following: - Degree or equivalent in relevant supply chain field- Experience of working within the...