The Procurement Assistant plays a key role within the Procurement team supporting with the administration of sourcing, purchasing and tracking of purchases. You will support in handling procurement related activities in a fast-paced environment. Contributing to the smooth running of the department, you will have the opportunity to learn and develop your procurement skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Procurement team
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements
• Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery
• Maintain accurate procurement records and systems
• Support forecasting and demand planning activities
• Liaise with suppliers and hauliers to ensure smooth operations
• Assist with inventory control and stock management
• Help resolve supplier issues, discrepancies, and queries

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educated to A level standard or equivalent
• Educational qualification in Business administration, Procurement or supply chain management preferred
• Experience in a similar role (Procurement Assistant, Purchasing Administrator, Supply Chain or Logistics support) within manufacturing or FMCG is highly desirable
• Knowledge of procurement processes, procedures, and best practices advantageous

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Accurate and thorough approach to work
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive, team-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Numerate with commercial awareness and an interest in cost control

Work Environment and Location:

The role requires flexibility to access all areas of the site, while time will be spent in an office environment there is a requirement to spend time in all areas of the site which could require long periods of standing.

The factory is located in a remote area with no public transport or safe walking paths, so own/reliable transport is essential.

Package:

• Shift – Monday-Friday, 0800-1600hrs
• Salary – Up to £30,000 per year, dependant on experience and qualifications
• Leave entitlement – 25 days + 8 bank holidays
• Sick Leave – 15 Days paid company sick leave per year
• Workplace pension
• Access to an online training portal
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Training and Development Opportunities

About Harvest Wildlife Products:

Harvest Wildlife Products is a dynamic, family-owned business that has been thriving since 1999. As a proud manufacturer of high-quality bird and small animal feed, we’ve built our reputation on a foundation of excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Nestled in a picturesque countryside setting on the outskirts of Grimsby, our site offers a charming work environment, complete with a tranquil duck pond—a reflection of the natural beauty and care that inspires our products.

We’re a fast-growing, ambitious team spanning three generations of family involvement. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:

• Honesty & Integrity
• Working Better Together
• Striving for Excellence
• Inspiring Innovation & Change

If you’re passionate about working in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment and want to contribute to a company that’s as committed to its people as it is to its customers, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply:
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please send your CV and a few lines about why you’re interested to recruitment@harvestwildlife.com