Procurement Administrator

On behalf of our client, a leading Aerospace manufacturing company, we are seeking a highly motivated Procurement Administrator�to join their team in Congleton. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this role is responsible for managing the procurement of indirect categories, ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of indirect categories such as office goods, consumables, hire contracts, services, and utilities.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure value, compliance, and performance.


• Identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives and supplier consolidation.


• Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple sites to align procurement strategies with business goals.


• Provide effective contract negotiation, generating savings and reducing costs in alignment with business needs and market trends.


• Responsible for the end-to-end tender management, including tender reports, presentations, contract analysis, and negotiation.


• Deliver Purchase Price Variance to budget.


• Support the development of the Indirect supply chain strategy with the Supply Chain Manager.


• Provide all departments with purchasing support and input as required.


• Fulfil auditing and compliance requirements related to procurement processes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing roles, ideally within indirect categories.


• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings.


• Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to influence at all levels.


• Analytical mindset with experience in supplier performance evaluation.


• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously.


• Knowledge of contract management and procurement compliance.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or professional qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.


• Experience with procurement software and systems.

Desirable

• Membership of CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or working towards it.


• Knowledge of procurement best practices and market trends.

Package & Benefits

• Excellent pension and life assurance scheme


• 4-day working week


• 20 days holiday (equivalent to 5 weeks) plus bank holidays


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Free on-site parking