Graduate Procurement Assistant

CompanyVertical Advantage

LocationWest Sussex, England, United Kingdom

Posted At12/8/2025

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Description

Job Title: Graduate Procurement Assistant

Location: West Sussex

Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 + Benefits

Setup: Fully On-site (5 days per week), 7:30am – 4:00pm

Vertical has partnered with a leading FMCG business in the food sector that is recruiting for a Graduate Procurement Assistant to support their expanding procurement and sourcing function. This role offers an excellent entry point into a fast-paced FMCG environment, giving you hands-on exposure across procurement, supplier sourcing, and supply chain operations.

As a key member of the team, you’ll work closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and logistics partners to ensure the smooth delivery of the overall procurement and sourcing process. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate looking to build a long-term career in procurement with clear development and progression.

Key Responsibilities:

Purchase Order Management

Raise and amend purchase orders accurately and promptly.
Administer and track loading advices, ensuring all procurement information is current and correct.

Supplier & Logistics Coordination

Monitor daily and weekly inbound arrivals.
Communicate any variances or risks to procurement, supply chain, and internal teams.

Import Documentation

Gather, verify, and challenge import documentation to ensure compliance.
Take part in training to broaden your expertise in procurement, sourcing, and import processes.

Supplier Sourcing & Approval

Support supplier sourcing activities and assist with supplier approval workflows.
Work with Technical, Quality, and Finance teams to maintain accurate supplier records.

Supplier Performance Reporting

Maintain weekly supplier performance reports and support monthly procurement reviews.

Inventory & Sample Management

Track stock levels and highlight shortages or surpluses.
Coordinate sample requests to support sourcing and NPD activity.

About You

Strong organisational and communication skills.
A proactive problem-solver with great attention to detail.
Interest in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
Experience with SAP or similar systems is an advantage.
Comfortable managing documentation and dealing with multiple stakeholders.