Procurement Officer

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and proactive Procurement Officer to manage and execute purchasing activities from their Cardiff base. This role focuses on the end-to-end process of acquiring goods and services, ensuring best value for money and adherence to procurement standards. You will play a key part in supporting departmental needs, managing supplier interactions, and contributing to the efficiency of our client's operations. The successful candidate will be organised, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills to foster positive working relationships and achieve procurement targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and raise purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Source suppliers, obtain quotes, and conduct price comparisons to ensure best value.
• Manage supplier communications, resolving queries and ensuring timely delivery of goods/services.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and assist in the preparation of procurement reports.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Support the wider procurement team with ad-hoc projects and tasks as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a procurement or purchasing role.
• Familiarity with purchasing procedures and supplier management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience working in a remote or hybrid environment is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a fully remote capacity, offering significant flexibility.
• Contribution to a dynamic and growing organisation.
• Access to professional development resources.
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and success.