Job Title: Procurement Administrator
Location: Seaham (with regional support)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Benefits: Pension, holiday allowance, career development, supportive team environment
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday
As a Procurement Administrator, you will:
* Support Senior Buyers in delivering efficient, compliant, and cost-effective procurement services
* Maintain supplier data, raise purchase orders in SAP, and resolve invoice queries
* Support tender activity, audits, and the management of vendor documentation
* Work closely with internal teams including Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, HR, and Marketing
* Develop into Junior Buyer responsibilities, assisting with sourcing, cost-saving initiatives, and supplier relationship management
* Maintain price trackers, project trackers, and departmental reports
* Undertake other Procurement and project duties as directed
Skills & Experience:
* Minimum 12 months’ experience in an administrative or procurement-support role
* Experience in FMCG or engineering environments preferred
* Educated to A Level or equivalent
* Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks
* Experience using ERP systems (preferably SAP) advantageous
* Confident liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Why Should You Apply?
* Opportunity for genuine career progression into Junior Buyer and procurement roles
* Exposure to senior procurement activity and strategic initiatives
* Work as part of a collaborative and supportive team
* Build commercial capability within a structured, growing organisation
* Ideal for candidates looking for a long-term procurement career in Seaham
The Company:
Well-established UK manufacturing and engineering organisation
Strong procurement function supporting multiple operational sites
Values collaboration, continuous improvement, and talent development
Offers long-term career progression and exposure to strategic procurement activities