We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Procurement Coordinator to join our busy Finance team for a 12-month fixed term contract to cover parental leave. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering efficient, accurate and value-driven purchasing processes across our group. You'll be the go-to person for all internal, direct and indirect spend, helping ensure we follow robust procurement procedures, maintain data integrity and make informed purchasing decisions. It's a role that will really utilise your great communication skills and ability to juggle tasks. If you're confident working with data and vendors, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced media organisation, we want to hear from you.,

• Act as the central point of contact for internal purchases, managing orders through our SAP S4 Hana ERP system.
• Support colleagues across departments with procurement queries, liaising with subject matter experts and suppliers where
required.
• Review and validate purchasing requests, challenging requirements and escalating risks where appropriate.
• Monitor vendor compliance, terms and conditions, and pricing - ensuring we work with trusted and cost-effective suppliers.
• Contribute to cost recharges and credit card reconciliation.
• Uphold data accuracy by standardising procurement processes and minimising errors.
• Produce regular procurement reports and assist with contract management.
  
  Previous experience in a procurement or purchasing role.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, detail-focused approach with a commitment to process and accuracy.
Desirable:
• CIPS qualification.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems.
  
  PA Media Group is home to some of the most trusted content brands in the UK and Ireland, including PA, the national news agency.
With a 150-year heritage of delivering fast, fair and accurate news, our reputation for integrity and quality content is second to none. From breaking stories and live video to compelling photography and robust data, we help our customers - from global publishers and broadcasters to local newsrooms - tell their stories confidently and reliably. We're proud of our inclusive culture where individuality is celebrated, and our people are empowered to do their best work. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to help.


• 25 days holiday, plus statutory public holidays
• Annual wellbeing day
• Annual volunteering day
• BUPA Health cash plan (salary sacrifice)
• Eye care vouchers
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A chance to work in a collaborative, inclusive team in a trusted national organisation