Sourcing Administrator
At Primark, we put people first. Our culture is built on three core values: Caring, Dynamic, and Together.
The Role of Sourcing at Primark
Our sourcing teams are essential to the success of our business. They work closely with industry experts to shape the customer experience and drive growth.
Purpose of the Role
This role provides general coordination and support to the central sourcing team in achieving our goals. This includes rationalization, supplier performance, and COO mix.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Support the pillars of the Sourcing Strategy: Rationalisation, Supplier Performance & COO mix.
* Support the sourcing team to attract, develop, and integrate new suppliers and production units for new and existing product categories.
* Arrange and coordinate new supplier inductions to Primark.
* Work with regional sourcing offices to develop and integrate new factories with existing suppliers to support Primark capacity growth.
* Organise and schedule supplier meetings, workshops, and conferences as required.
* Support strategic supplier exits in line with industry standards.
* Engage with multiple stakeholders to ensure issues and queries are resolved efficiently.
* Provide ad hoc support for any supplier-related queries that may arise and impact buying, ethical, supply chain, customs, and finance teams.
* Attend individual supplier meetings in ARH/Reading House as required.
* Built and maintain relationships with the Buying, Sourcing Teams, and Suppliers.
What You'll Bring
* Strong Excel proficiency and data analytics skills.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
* Excellent problem-solving and planning skills.
* Cultural awareness, sensitivity, and confidentiality.
* Be resilient, flexible, and open to change.
* Relationship builder, both internally and externally.
* Strong organisation skills.
What You'll Get
* 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 more.
* Flexible working, an opportunity for an early Friday finish, and a subsidised cafeteria.
* Primark Perks – Discounts with some local partner businesses to our offices.
We're excited about our future and we're excited to develop yours. At Primark, people matter, and we provide the right environment for you to perform at your best. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, please contact your talent acquisition specialist. All offers of employment are subject to background checks.