Reed Business Support are recruiting for a Procurement Assistant on behalf of our valued client, based in Sittingbourne. This Procurement Assistant opportunity is ideal for an individual who is confident, proactive, and able to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment. As the appointed Procurement Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the wider team and contributing to the smooth running of daily operations.

About the Role:

• Supporting the procurement function within a manufacturing environment
• Raising and processing purchase orders in line with production requirements
• Acting as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal production teams
• Monitoring stock levels, lead times, and delivery schedules
• Maintaining accurate procurement records, supplier data, and pricing information
• Assisting with supplier queries, documentation, and reporting to support cost control and continuity of supply
• Delivering a professional, customer-focused service to internal stakeholders at all times

About You:

• Previous experience in a procurement, purchasing, or supply-chain support role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence liaising with suppliers
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office and ERP or purchasing systems
• Proactive, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a structured environment

Salary & Working Pattern:

• £26,000 – £30,000 per annum
• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Office-based with some flexibility on start and finish times

Benefits:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension contribution
• On-site parking
• Training and development within procurement and supply chain
• Employee wellbeing initiatives

Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

If you are interested in this Procurement Assistant, please apply today. Reed Business Support look forward to assisting you with the next step in your career.