Working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm.
This is a hybrid working position.
Responsibilities:
* Administer Eurofins Purchasing systems, namely COUPA and ServiceNow.
* Support internal customers with correct use of our purchasing system.
* Create & train new COUPA users (including approval flows) and proactively share knowledge and best practices with colleagues across the UK.
* Maintain system records and purchasing databases for accurate pricing and supplier data.
* Provide purchasing services to the UK Eurofins businesses as part of a centralised purchasing department.
* Receive and process purchase requisitions accurately and efficiently in line with company and departmental policy, processes, and procedures.
* Obtain quotes, negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, escalating as appropriate.
* Field enquiries and requests from internal customers and external suppliers via email, ticketing system, and phone.
* Be the face for the internal customer to manage all purchasing related activities for a defined scope of responsibility.
* Deliver savings and other value-in-use benefits to Eurofins.
* Manage the process for onboarding new suppliers to Eurofins in line with company policy and procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
* Experience using COUPA in a previous role (beneficial).
* Proven experience of working in an administrative role within Purchasing.
* Good standard of Maths and English.
* Organised and able to multi-task.
* A customer-focused approach to meet the business needs and align on priorities.
* Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines.
* Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
* Analytical approach to problem-solving.
* Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
* Team player who can work well under pressure.
* Possesses a ‘can-do’ attitude and has a passion to succeed.
* Good knowledge of purchasing systems and procedures.
* Computer literate.
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