Procurement Assistant
*Location: Exeter (Hybrid)
*Job Type: Full-time
Join a dynamic team where collaboration, innovation, and a passion for continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for a Procurement Assistant to play a key role within our Digital Technology & Services Procurement Team. This position involves liaising with internal stakeholders and IT suppliers, ensuring the effective implementation and use of IT services.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Seek out opportunities, obtain approvals, and negotiate commercial deals related to IT supplier contracts.
*Conduct regular reporting and analytics to monitor supplier performance and compliance.
*Support the Senior Supplier Relationship Manager with SLAs, commercial analysis, and business licensing requirements.
*Handle administrative duties related to Digital Technology & Services Procurement activities.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
*Experience working with IT suppliers and a keen interest in Information Technology.
*Familiarity with a ticketing platform.
*Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
*Highly organised, motivated, and energetic, capable of multitasking and concluding projects efficiently.
*A proactive approach and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits:
*Competitive Salary
*Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to add up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year.
*Annual Lifestyle Allowance: £300 to spend on an activity of your choice.
*Pension Scheme: Matched contributions up to 6% for the first 3 years, and up to 10% thereafter.
*Private Health Insurance provided by Vitality.
*Group Income Protection Scheme.
*Charitable Fundraising with matched funding.
*Cycle to Work and Gym Flex Schemes.
*Internal Coaching and Mentoring available throughout your tenure.
*Strong focus on Training and Career Progression.
*Family-Friendly Policies.
*Free Parking.