Trainee Procurement Administrator

1 day ago


Preston, United Kingdom Sapphire Utility Solutions Full time

Who are Sapphire Utility Solutions? And why you should work for us?

Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets. We provide award winning services to the clean water, wastewater, gas, digital networks, and highways sector and are passionate about working alongside our client’s and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving stable and successful business.

Aspects of the role include
- Completion of Tenders
- Setting up suppliers
- Auditing - Supplier information ie Environmental policy, Ethical policy, GDPR/Data Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Modern Slavery Statement, Quality Policy Statement, Statement of Intent, Evidence of Insurance along with Bank and VAT details
- Management of Tipping Licences
- Onboarding Suppliers
- Updating Quotes
- Ordering goods, chasing suppliers and dealing with associated queries
- Data Inputting/updating records
- Internal and external liaison with professional bodies, suppliers, clients, operational and commercial employees
- You must have Microsoft Office experience and be competent in the use of IT systems

Experience and qualifications required for the role:

- Previous office experience essential
- Customer interaction/telephone experience
- Good understanding of purchasing

What we are looking for

Whilst we are looking for the skills and knowledge to be able to carry out the responsibilities of the role, it’s just as important to have employees with a positive attitude or those who are looking for develop further and grow with the company.

We welcome employees from a diverse background. We treat people equally from all walks of life and welcome hard-working individuals who want to become part of the Sapphire family.

What you will get in return

In joining the Sapphire Family, you will be working as part of National Award-Winning Utilities Organisation, who recognise a good work ethic and positive attitude. You will be joining a company that has grown significantly over the last decade.

We offer:
Excellent one to one training by an experienced purchasing

An opportunity to undertake CIPS qualification

40 hours working week Monday - Friday (overtime payable)

Holiday Allowance 20 + bank holidays

Pension

Death in Service

Employee Assistance Programme

Perk Box - discounts and benefits

**Salary**: £22,000.00-£24,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Preston, PR5 6BQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)



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