Procurement Assistant

Procurement Assistants perform administrative tasks such as preparing purchase orders, checking invoices for accuracy and maintaining procurement records. They are often found within procurement departments in many industries, including manufacturing, retail and public services. Their responsibilities might also involve liaising with suppliers to ensure deliveries are on time and dealing with any supply issues as they arise. Procurement Assistants typically work within a team under a procurement manager, and their jobs often require strong attention to detail, as well as solid negotiation and communication skills. This role often contributes to the smooth running of a department, ensuring the cost-effective purchase of all goods, services and contracts on behalf of an organization.