Are you ready to chart your own career path? With our refreshed strategy, we’re building on our rich heritage and transforming our business to be more scalable and efficient, unlocking the capabilities needed for future success. This includes significantly investing in technology, streamlining the way we work and creating an environment where colleagues feel engaged, empowered and accountable; where they can show up, speak up and perform - because we believe in the difference our work makes.
At a glance:
Location: Cirencester Office
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Employment Type: Permanent
Seniority: Entry Level
This is a new vacancy to support the Procurement team’s administrative and reporting requirements.
You’ll provide operational and administrative support to the Procurement function. The role supports the delivery of efficient, compliant, and value-for-money procurement activities across a range of spend categories, ensuring adherence to internal policies, delegated authorities, and regulatory expectations within a financial services environment.
- Supporting procurement processes including requisitions, purchase orders, contract administration, and supplier onboarding activities.
- Acting as a first point of contact for supplier queries relating to onboarding, purchase orders, and payments.
- Maintaining accurate procurement records and documentation in line with governance, compliance, and audit requirements.
- Assisting with supplier due diligence checks, compliance reviews, and risk assessments.
- Supporting procurement reporting through Power BI and maintaining accurate procurement and finance system data.
- Helping analyse data to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.
- Working closely with internal stakeholders to support sourcing requirements, resolve issues, and provide guidance on procurement processes and systems.
- Supporting the implementation of sustainable, ethical, and responsible procurement practices.
- Experience from an administrative, procurement, finance, or commercial support role.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
- Confident using Excel (look ups, pivot tables) and Microsoft Office tools.
- Organised, methodical, and process-driven approach.
What's in it for you?
Whatever stage of life you're in, our benefits are designed to provide the support, flexibility, and peace of mind you need to thrive both at work and beyond.
In addition to our discretionary annual bonus scheme, which reflects both individual and company performance, you'll benefit from a market-leading benefits package tailored to support your wellbeing, financial security, and family life.
Our benefits include:
- 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
- Private Medical Insurance – company-funded cover for you and your immediate family
- Generous Pension Scheme – a non-contributory employer contribution of 10%, increasing with length of service up to 15%, plus the opportunity to increase this through salary sacrifice
- Enhanced Parental Leave – up to 26 weeks' full pay to support growing families.
- Protection Benefits – company-funded critical illness cover, income protection, and life assurance
- EV salary sacrifice scheme through Tusker
Reasonable Adjustments
We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at [email protected]
Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.
What's next?
If you're excited about this role and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit an application by clicking ‘apply’ below and our team will be in touch.
As a business regulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with the conduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to an interview with SJP.
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