Are you looking to become part of a collaborative team while maximizing your potential to grow and develop within your career?
The GMC Utilities Group is currently seeking an experienced Procurement Assistant to support the Procurement Department in managing essential administrative tasks.
The Role
The Procurement Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring smooth and efficient procurement operations. This includes creating and tracking purchase orders, preparing accurate monthly spend reports, handling data entry, issue resolution, and vendor performance monitoring.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Assist in general administrative tasks for the Procurement Department to maintain efficiency and streamline operations.
* Create and manage purchase orders using SAGE.
* Handle hotel bookings and coordinate travel arrangements for team members as needed.
* Compile and produce monthly spend reports.
* Input Proof of Delivery (POD) information into SAGE and maintain accurate records.
* Identify, communicate, and resolve any discrepancies, escalating issues to management when necessary.
* Monitor vendor performance, report on underperformance, and follow through with action plans for improvement.
Ownership & Accountability
* Take full ownership of assigned tasks and ensure completion within designated timelines.
* Exhibit professionalism and attention to detail in all interactions and outputs.
The Candidate: Required Experience and Competencies
* Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel at an intermediate level.
* ERP Knowledge: Familiarity with SAGE for purchase order creation, data entry, and report generation.
* Attention to Detail: Ability to produce, manipulate, and review reports accurately and efficiently.
* Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on timely and effective issue resolution.
About GMC
GMC is an equal opportunity employer, and we aim to recruit and retain like-minded people from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of expertise.
We foster a work culture that promotes collaboration and learning, building an environment where our people have the capacity to maximize their potential while gaining the opportunity to continuously develop.