Procurement Administrator in Higher Penwortham

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we don't discriminate based on any protected attribute. In fact, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.  So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!More about your roleYou will provide administration support to the Procurement Team. You will work closely with the team and our people in various parts of the business conducting a variety of administrative duties. A large part of your role will be to maintain existing and build new relationships with both customers and colleagues - all at a variety of levels. Your duties will include assisting the procurement team in checking tenders and adding them to the system prior to publication, posting tender notices, reviewing applications from potential suppliers and calculating rebate claim so you will possess a keen eye for detail and enjoy working to set processes. You must be able to confidently communicate in a professional and personable manner.More about youA background in a busy administration position would be beneficial for this role, however we are looking for candidates who have excellent customer service skills along with a strong telephone manner.  You must be able to navigate yourself around Microsoft Office programmes such as Word & Excel. We are looking for candidates who are extremely confident and are able to communicate with both internal and external parties and adjust their communication dependant on the person and the query.  Knowledge of procurement and/or housing would be beneficial but full training will be provided3 years in an Administration role is essential for this role. Benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.  We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:  Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly  Pension with matched contributions up to 7% Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year Training and development Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.  What's next?If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on (url removed). If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls