Procurement Administrator -Bracknell Office Based

Reliance High-Tech / Reliance Protect is one of the UK’s largest independent integrator/installer of security solutions / lone worker solutions. We are trusted by leading brands and organisations to protect their people, assets and reputations through innovative technology and specialist expertise.

Unique in the industry, Reliance High-Tech / Reliance Protect combines the capability and footprint of a large organisation, with the agility and customer focus of an independent business.

We operate at the top end, for the most discerning clients, in the most demanding and complex environments with the highest stakes, and always with integrity and customer focus.

Procurement Administrator 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their procurement career who is looking to gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced and professional environment. 

As Procurement Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the procurement function and ensuring the efficient purchasing of goods and services across the business. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will help maintain accurate procurement records, track orders and deliveries, and support supplier compliance and performance objectives. 

Turn relationships into real impact by delivering solutions that keep people safe, connected and supported every day. 

Your Role

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their procurement career who is looking to gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced and professional environment. 

As Procurement Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the procurement function and ensuring the efficient purchasing of goods and services across the business, with a key focus on our service and small works activities  Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will help maintain accurate procurement records, track orders and deliveries, and support supplier compliance and performance objectives. 

What does success look like?  

Working with the wider Reliance team to ensure the most cost-effective solutions are found. This can be through savings on products or through process efficiencies.  

Your Team

You’ll be part of a hard-working, supportive and analytical Procurement team that takes pride in the detail. Working across a variety of projects throughout the business, the team is hands-on, collaborative and always looking for smarter ways of working. With a strong focus on value, efficiency and continuous improvement, they are committed to finding opportunities to create cost savings and make a real impact. 

Responsibilities

• Support the purchasing function to ensure goods and services are procured in the most effective, efficient, and commercially beneficial way. 
• Optimize cost savings through process improvement by working with the team and identifying areas of unnecessary “movement” within the process. 
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on procurement processes and best purchasing routes. 
• Manage suppliers by being a key point of contact, managing day-to-day queries and maintaining positive working relationships both internally and externally. 
• Coordinate the timely processing and expediting of purchase orders to ensure delivery requirements are achieved. 
• Manage supplier agreements, pricing structures, and rebate opportunities to help maximise commercial value. 
• Maintain accurate procurement records and support compliance with internal procurement procedures and policies. 
• Manage maintaining the purchasing element of the ERP system including; creating material codes, maintenance of supplier price lists, user access  

Your Experience

• Experience within a role of administration

Your Qualifications

Essential:

• Maths and English GCSE to a minimum Grade 4
• Computer literate

Desirable:

• Has experience in administration, purchasing, procurement, or manufacturing environments  
• Experience with ERP systems 

Your Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, including data analysis and manipulation
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal  

Your Aptitudes & Behaviours

• A proactive, self-motivated approach to work.
• A willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges  
• A strong sense of ownership and commitment to delivering against key metrics  
• The ability to adapt and respond positively to challenging situations 
• Is proactive and able to manage multiple priorities 

Your Growth Opportunities

• Training
• Certifications
• Progression
• Exposure to tech/projects