Procurement Administration Officer (AO)
Location: Newforge (Hybrid)
Rate of Pay: £13.75 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary Agency Assignment
Duration: 3 months initially, with the possibility of extension
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern:
* Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
* On‑site in Newforge on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
* Remote working from home on remaining days
About the Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Administration Officer (AO) to join a busy Finance / Procurement team on a temporary agency basis. This role provides essential administrative and customer support to the procurement function and is suited to an organised, detail‑focused individual with strong IT and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
The role will include, but is not limited to:
* Processing credit card purchase orders and related documentation
* Managing staff travel requests
* Maintaining and updating business case and PPE databases
* Maintaining and updating contracts and procurement position notes
* Managing a shared procurement mailbox, allocating queries to relevant team members
* Providing administrative support to the Procurement Team, including ad hoc requests
* Assisting with cover for on‑site stores duties when required
Please note: This is not an exhaustive list, and additional duties may be assigned as required.
✅ Essential Experience & Skills
Applicants must demonstrate:
* Experience using IT systems, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams
* Previous experience in an administrative support role
* Experience providing internal or external customer support
* Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines
* Good communication skills and a professional approach