Procurement Administrator

Our Business px PEOPLE, their commitment to excellence, innovation and teamwork, are the reason for px Group’s continuing growth and success story. We aim to be the elite provider of operations management, engineering services and energy management solutions in high hazard, highly regulated industries nationally and as we grow, across Europe and globally. For more information visit www.pxlimited.com Our Head Office is based in Stockton-on-Tees and is home to our administrative support teams, engineering & maintenance support team & energy services teams. The Offices are located on the river Tees with close access to walks, shops and restaurants. Located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, the Wyke Agrichemicals Manufacturing Plant is operated by px Group in partnership with Nufarm. The site is one of the UK's leading crop protection manufacturing facilities, manufacturing crop protection products for Nufarm that support farmers and growers around the world. Wyke is a Top Tier COMAH site, operating a complex chemical manufacturing environment where safety, reliability and operational excellence are fundamental to everything we do. With a skilled workforce across manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, supply chain and support functions, the site offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a highly technical environment The Opportunity We are now recruiting for Procurement Administrator. The Procurement Administrator will work as part of a high performing, customer focused Procurement team, supporting the timely procurement of goods and services required to maintain safe and reliable plant operations of Wyke Agrichemical Manufacturing Plant (WAMP). The role holder will be required to work on site at WAMP typically 1-2 days per week, but this may increase depending on site-based and operational requirements. Located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, the Wyke Agrichemicals Manufacturing Plant is operated by px Group. The site is one of the UK's leading crop protection manufacturing facilities, manufacturing crop protection products that support farmers and growers around the world. You’ll be supported with personalised on the job training, coaching, mentoring and twice-yearly development and performance reviews to help maintain & develop your contributions and competence. Key Responsibilities Liaising with stakeholders to understand their requirements, and requesting none complex quotes from approved suppliers Liaising with suppliers on availability and delivery schedules Obtaining & comparing quotes from approved suppliers and assisting Buyers with negotiations Processing purchase orders from requisitions Expediting purchase orders Supporting Buyers with tendering, including new supplier sourcing & selection Assisting in identifying cost saving opportunities and efficiencies (including process improvements) Assisting with supplier performance monitoring, including KPIs, NCRs and positive feedback More responsibilities can be found on the Role Profile. Minimum Requirements GSCE’s 9-4 grades including Maths & English, or equivalent CIPS level 3 qualified, working towards, or the willingness to work towards Confident using ERP systems, preferably SAPbyD Able to work as part of a team, contributing and sharing ideas Methodical, accurate & detail-conscious Excellent communication skills, willing to speak to others, in person or by email & phone Microsoft Office: word, excel, email Able to prioritise conflicting tasks and escalate when necessary Able to demonstrate a flexible approach to duties, priorities and working arrangements, including on-site working at Wyke Agrichemical Manufacturing Plant. What you will receive from us 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Contribution towards eye test and glasses Online company discount benefits site including cinema tickets and gym membership discount Long Service Awards Employee recognition scheme – ELITE Awards Employee Assistance Programme Flexible Benefits Package Onsite parking We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Please note this role may close early or be extended depending on the volume of applications.