Procurement Assistant - Dunstable, United Kingdom - M Group Services

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Milestone Infrastructure are the leading provider of highways infrastructure in the UK and look after in excess of 24,000 miles of roads, 280,000 lighting assets and 20,000 miles of footways, always with a view to ensuring that all works are carried out as sustainably as possible and with mínimal impact to local communities.


Recently Milestone Infrastructure have been awarded a 7-year contract to provide a broad range of highway services to Central Bedfordshire Council covering design, construction and maintenance.

As a result, we are looking to recruit a Procurement Assistant to join the commercial team.


Key Responsibilities & Duties for a

Procurement Assistant:


  • Assist the Procurement Manager in the procurement of Direct and Indirect materials and services, including the preparation, maintenance and communication of all associated documentation.
  • Be familiar with and demonstrate commitment to the requirements of the Health & Safety and Environmental Policies.
  • Bidding / Tendering
  • Running future RFI / RFP events.
  • Negotiating with suppliers and service providers.
  • Managing both existing and future supplier relationships and contracts.
  • Ensure compliance to the Milestone Code of Conduct and work in accordance with the Milestone and M Group Sustainable Procurement guidelines.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • GCSE grades C and above or equivalent (incl. Maths and English Language).
Competent in the use of 0365 software specifically MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint.

  • A procurement or business qualification would be an advantage.

What's in it for you?

  • 28 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Generous Pension Scheme / Life Assurance
  • Staff Benefits Portal
  • Ride to Work Scheme
  • Group Wide Career Development Opportunities

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