Senior Procurement Administrator - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

Fixed Term Contract - 12 months

Put simply, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases and the development of cutting-edge communications technology.

Every department has their own set of unique needs. As their Senior Administrator, you’ll get to know what those are and set up the right levels of administrative support to deliver on them. As an experienced administrator, it’s the chance to learn more about our business and where it could take you.

Acting as the first of contact, you’re on hand to ensure the administration of the department is delivered smoothly and to the highest standard. You’ll coordinate the team’s duties to play to their strengths, whilst ensuring they deliver a high-level of customer service at all times. Taking a particular interest in the management’s needs, you’ll help prepare and circulate documents, as well as conduct research. Finally, you’ll take responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of the systems and databases – ensuring they are compliant and accurate.

What you’ll be doing:

• Implementing, maintaining, and updating government reporting systems and internal reporting systems
• Running monthly reports for the department
• Act as the primary contact to manage and respond to administration requests effectively and efficiently.
• Support the administration requirements of the Strategic Procurement Team
• Supporting the preparation and administration of documents for the department
• Following and implementing processes and procedures and identify any improvements.
• Monitoring and reporting on activities and providing relevant management information.
• Checking supplier accreditations
• Conducting procurement activity in accordance with Health & Safety