Procurement / Buying Clerk in Cardiff, South Glamorgan

We are currently recruiting for an organised and proactive Procurement Clerk to join the busy buying team of a construction organisation on a 3–6 month temporary contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and an eye for detail to support the smooth running of a fast-paced procurement department.

Previous experience using the COINS construction management system would be a significant advantage, although this is not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing day-to-day administrative support to the procurement and buying team
• Raising, processing and tracking purchase orders
• Liaising with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries and queries
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and updating internal systems
• Assisting with pricing enquiries, quotations and supplier documentation
• Supporting the resolution of invoice and purchase order discrepancies
• Coordinating with site teams and other internal departments to ensure materials are ordered and delivered efficiently
• Providing general administrative assistance to ensure the smooth operation of the buying department

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a procurement, purchasing or administrative support role
• Experience using COINS would be highly advantageous
• Construction industry experience preferred
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with suppliers
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively within a busy team
• A proactive, reliable and flexible approach to work