Job Title: Administrator
Location: Salford
Salary range: £24,000 – £26,000 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent.
About Excalon:
Excalon is a leading infrastructure contractor specialising in the provision of services to the utilities industry. With recent new business wins with multiple major clients adding to our existing portfolio of framework agreements and ongoing Major Projects, this is an exciting time to join our business
The Role:
We have an exciting new vacancy for a general administrator to work within our support services department. Reporting to the Support Services Director you will support the procurement team with general administration tasks.
The Person:
Most importantly we are looking for a self-starter who can work well as part of a team and is keen to learn. The team fit is really important along with strong organisation skills and IT proficiency, in particular the use of the Microsoft office suite. Previous experience within an administrative role would be advantageous but most importantly, we are looking for someone who is keen, flexible, and willing to learn. We will provide all the necessary training and support to ensure you succeed in the role.
Purpose of the role:
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the business you will provide strong administration support within the procurement team. You will deal with suppliers, contractors and with training over time will develop and secure good working relationships with suppliers placing orders on a daily basis. You will manage supplier contracts, verify prices, and ensure accurate delivery of quality products.
You will also be responsible for updating the purchasing system, answering the order telephone and liaising with Finance to ensure invoices are processed in a timely manner according to agreed payment terms.
Key accountabilities:
- General administration and filing
- Data input
- Tracking and monitor materials and waste records
- Building positive relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers
- Managing incoming calls and process orders
Skills and Experience:
Applicants must have the following skills and experience:
- Excellent literacy & Numeracy skills
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
- IT proficient with experience of using the Microsoft office suite and other systems and databases
- Outstanding organisational and administrative skills
- Experience of reviewing and implementing new processes and procedures
- Proficient in producing and analysing data and reports.
Hours of Work:
You will be required to work 37.5 hours from 8.30am to 5pm though some flexibility will be required to cover shifts within the working window of 7am and 5pm.
Benefits:
- Royal London Group Personal Pension Plan
- Group Life Insurance 1 x Salary
- Occupational Health Service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Funded qualifications & Training
- Annual bonus scheme
- On site parking
All applicants must reside and have the right to live and work in the UK.
Please note we are not offering sponsorships at this time.
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