Job Description

Do you want to help build a company with the capacity to disrupt whole industries and take on environmental issues on a global scale?



Matter. is a VC backed Cleantech scale-up and has an opportunity for an Operations & Procurement Administrator to support the smooth running of our day-to-day operations and purchasing activities. This role is ideal for a highly organised individual who thrives on coordination, accuracy, and ensuring processes run efficiently across the business.

Job Title: Operations & Procurement Administrator

Location: Central Bristol

Salary Range: 26,000 - 33,000 per annum

Matter. are innovators in water filtration, developing pioneering filtration technology to capture microplastics and cut carbon emissions. You will be working on some of the biggest challenges of our time, removing micropollutants from the world's waterways.



Through brilliant design thinking, powerful partners, and impatience to make what we do matter, our mission is to transform industries through technology that empowers customers and protects the planet.



We pride ourselves on our amazing technology and passion for wanting to change things, but fundamentally what we are most proud of is our people.



For us, people are everything. It's what makes a company, not the mission written on the wall or the fancy building we work in. Our people represent us, our values and why we do what we do.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Operations & Procurement Administrator to join our Project Management & Operations team, reporting directly to the Principal Project & Quality Manager.



This is a pivotal role supporting the Project team during development, build, and assembly phases across multiple projects. You will be responsible for coordinating the ordering, tracking, receipt, and documentation of all incoming parts and materials required to support project builds, working closely with Project Managers, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams.



You will also support the day-to-day running of the business by assisting with health and safety compliance and providing operational and administrative support to the Manufacturing & Quality Lead. This helps ensure projects run efficiently, safely, and in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements.



The role sits at the intersection of procurement, project support, inventory control, logistics coordination, health & safety and process documentation. As a growing scale-up, this position also offers the opportunity to help define and embed best-practice procurement and documentation processes within our Quality Management System (QMS), supporting the transition from ad-hoc purchasing to standardised, scalable operations.



This role offers significant career growth opportunities as Matter continues to expand its project portfolio and manufacturing capability.
Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchase Order Administration

Prepare, issue, and administer Purchase Orders (POs in line with company procedures). Raise, track, and manage POs across multiple projects and departments. Support Project Managers by coordinating the timely ordering of all incoming parts required for project build and assembly. Follow up with suppliers on order confirmations, delivery schedules, pricing, and invoicing accuracy. Maintain accurate supplier records, pricing agreements, and procurement documentation. Support procurement activities for technical and operational projects, including industrial and laundry-related projects. Assist in identifying, onboarding, and maintaining approved suppliers. Support supplier assessments, evaluations, and audits in line with company standards.

Project & Operational Support

Act as a key procurement support function for the Project Management team, ensuring materials availability aligns with project schedules. Support procurement-related project timelines and purchasing milestones across multiple concurrent projects, collaborating with Project Managers on procurement strategies. Liaise with internal stakeholders including Project Managers, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams. Provide general operational and administrative support as required in a fast-paced scale-up environment. You will support Matter operating in a manner that ensures all H&S regulations are met and H&S risks monitored and effectively managed.

Goods Receipt & Inventory Management

Coordinate goods-in activities by verifying deliveries against purchase orders, packing lists, and delivery notes. Confirm quantities, specifications, and condition of received goods in collaboration with warehouse or site teams. Ensure timely and accurate system entry of goods receipts, stock movements, and delivery discrepancies. Maintain on-site inventory records and support regular stock checks and reconciliations. Work closely with warehouse staff to organise, label, and store materials, parts, and equipment. Support in non-conformance and concession reporting from received goods and reaching a resolution with suppliers.

Logistics & Customs Clearance Support (Limited Scope)

Provide administrative support for inbound and outbound logistics activities involving suppliers, clients, and internal sites. Assist with basic customs clearance coordination for imported or exported goods by: Preparing and checking standard shipping documentation (e.g. commercial invoices, packing lists). Liaising with freight forwarders or customs brokers as required. Track shipments and escalate delays or documentation issues where necessary. Maintain records of logistics and customs documentation for traceability and audit purposes.

Documentation, Reporting & Process Improvement

Generate regular reports on procurement status, open purchase orders, inventory levels, and supplier performance. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of procurement, logistics, and inventory activities. Support internal and external audits by ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and accessible. Work with Project Managers, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to define, improve, and embed procurement and documentation best practices within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Support the development of standard templates, workflows, and processes to enable scalable procurement operations.

Legal & Contract Administration

Maintain a centralised and secure filing system for procurement-related contracts and legal documents. Liaise with internal legal or compliance resources to ensure correct templates and procedures are used. Monitor contract expiry and renewal dates and support timely extensions or renegotiations. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Your essential experience

Significant experience in procurement, logistics, inventory, operations, or administrative roles within an engineering, manufacturing, industrial, or project-based environment. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for tracking, reporting, and analysis. Excellent communication and coordination skills. Comfortable working in warehouse, workshop, or site-based environments. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic, evolving organisation. Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.

Your desirable experience

Experience working with inventory management systems & processes Familiarity with import/export documentation or basic customs clearance processes. Experience supporting project-based procurement or manufacturing build activities. Exposure to supplier evaluation, audits, or quality-driven procurement processes. Interest in process improvement and supporting QMS-related activities. Benefits


Flexible working environment, with core hours of 09:30-16:00 and hybrid working available, based at our central Bristol HQ Annual Leave - 26 days + public holidays + entitlement will increase with length of service, 1 day for every year up to 32 days pa 1 extra day of leave to celebrate you on your birthday Ability to swap up to 3 Bank Holidays in a year for days of cultural or religious significance Enhanced family leave (maternity & paternity) - 13 weeks full pay (maternity) or 4 weeks full pay (paternity) - available for those who have worked continuously for 26 weeks by the end of the Qualifying Week Sick Pay - Short Term Sickness is full pay for 10 days in any 12-month rolling period / Long Term Sickness is full pay for any instance of a consecutive period of sickness longer than a week (7 consecutive days) up to 13 weeks. Pension scheme (Aviva) - 5% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance (BUPA) - you and your family (Level 1 cover) Medical Cash Plan (SimplyHealth) - you and your family (Level 1 cover) Critical Illness Cover (Zurich) - after 13 weeks of Illness 75% of wages paid up to 5 years Dental Plan (BUPA) - you and your family (Level 1 cover) Life Assurance (Zurich) - one-off payment of 2 times your annual salary to next of kin Virtual GP Employee Assistance Programme Onsite kitchen, dining, breakout areas & healthy snacks Monthly lunch clubs Regular team events and parties On-site parking for bicycles and cars Cycle to work scheme Ethical discounts through Lumina Training & Development support incl. 5% of contractual hours used for self-development Professional membership - one per year where relevant to role

The global mission to achieve cleaner water can't wait, so neither should you! Apply today!

What to expect

After acknowledging your application, we will update you on the next stage of your hiring journey with Matter within 48 hrs.



At Matter, we believe that representation is crucial, and we are committed to creating a more inclusive organisation. We encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates, as we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has a voice. We know that with increased diversity in our organisation, we can achieve even more.
About Matter

Our Mission

Matter. is a microplastics capture technology company focused on sustainable design and circular economy. You will be working on some of the biggest challenges of our time; removing microplastics and micropollutants from the world's waterways and airways.

Through brilliant design thinking, powerful partners, and an impatience to make what we do matter, our mission is to develop and scale products that are the hard line between the biological and technical cycle.

We pride ourselves on our amazing technology and passion for wanting to change things, but fundamentally what we are most proud of is our people.

For us, people are everything. It's what makes a company, not the mission written on the wall or the fancy building we work in. Our people represent us, our values and why we do what we do.

We can only achieve our mission if we continue to create diverse and innovative teams that share our vision.

Human first and purpose driven

At Matter, we believe representation is crucial, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable organisation, where EEDI is at the heart of our culture and informs everything that we do.



Our values help us live our purpose.



We harness the unique contributions of our people to give us our authenticity and edge. We value every idea and the human behind it. Our inclusive culture drives our ability to make an impact, and Matter only grows if our people grow.



The unique fabric of our culture is grounded in the way 'we go together' as a team, where our human-first mentality means we build real connections, get inspired by those around us and celebrate each other's successes.



We encourage candidate applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, as we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has a voice. We cannot do this without our strong commitment to equity, equality, diversity and inclusion.



We can only produce our best work when we build a workforce made up of talented people with a breadth of experiences, who can bring innovation and fresh perspectives and feel empowered to celebrate their differences within a safe and respectful environment.

Impact your career - how you will grow

Matter is where people embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers. By gaining exposure to a broad range of technologies, disciplines, projects and growth opportunities, our colleagues are able to develop their capability and amplify their ability to make an impact.



We offer you the opportunity to follow an existing passion or cultivate new ones. Develop your career in the direction you want to take it. Our human-centric managers will help you discover ways to fulfil your career goals, surface hidden talents, acquire new skills and unlock your potential.



With clearly defined and transparent career pathways, we are focused on helping you grow and advance your career, no Matter which path you choose. You just need enthusiasm and drive to get the most from your experience.



You will have our continued support and education as you develop within Matter, with regular manager-led 1-2-1's and review meetings, along with giving you 5% of your working week to dedicate to your own personalised career development plan activities.



We provide ongoing leadership training to ensure both managers and their colleagues reporting to them are set up for success.



By recognising our colleagues' contributions and celebrating their successes, we have built an environment where we can provide you with the opportunity to take the next meaningful step in your career journey.