Job Description

Procurement Administrator

Lithia UK- Central Functions Team

Hybrid- 1 day at the office per week (Based at Stratstone Jaguar Land Rover Reading)

Basic salary up to 26,000 salary with pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales service.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Procurement Administrator to provide administrative support to our fast-paced procurement team. As Procurement Administrator, you will be responsible for assisting with the new supplier request / set up process. The role is fast-paced and will involve daily communication with suppliers and our internal stakeholders.

Your journey as a Procurement Administrator:

Supporting with the onboarding of new suppliers including requesting due diligence information Communicating regularly by email / phone with the suppliers to deal with any queries in a timely manner Liaising with the sites and ensuring any queries are dealt with promptly. Also ensuring that they are following and understand the procurement process Managing ongoing due diligence for all active suppliers Updating the procurement systems and maintain supplier records to ensure they are kept up to date Managing the procurement shared mailbox and actioning emails as they come in Adding supplier information to the Dealer Management System and maintaining supplier records Working closely with the other Procurement Administrators in the team.

Are you ready to embrace the challenge? We're looking for someone who has:

Administration experience, ideally within procurement but not essential Confidence dealing with sites / suppliers by phone and email A good level of competency on Microsoft Excel Well organised, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

What we can offer you:

Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you're supported when it matters most Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that's why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people:

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we're passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values--Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!--fuel everything we do. Join us, and you'll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you're ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we'd love to have you with us on this journey.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading RG2 0QX