Procurement & Business Support Administrator

Procurement & Business Support Administrator 

Position Overview: 

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to join our team as a Procurement & Business Support Administrator. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain management. You will support the procurement team with day-to-day activities, taking ownership of key processes such as the order tracker, warranty returns, and supplier coordination, learning valuable skills in sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist the procurement team in raising and processing purchase orders accurately. 
• Own and maintain the order tracker, ensuring all data is accurate, updated, and proactively identifying discrepancies or delays. 
• Manage warranty returns and replacements, ensuring timely communication with suppliers and internal teams. 
• Maintain supplier records and help manage contracts and procurement documentation. 
• Support the team in obtaining quotes and monitoring supplier deliveries and resolving delivery-related issues. 
• Help track budgets, expenditure, and prepare reports as required. 
• Assist in ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and procedures. 
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and suppliers regarding orders and deliveries and product issues. 
• Learn to manage supplier relationships and support tender and sourcing processes. 
• Identify opportunities to streamline or improve procurement processes and confidently share suggestions with the team. 
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement team. 

Key Skills and Qualifications 

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills 
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities 
• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment 
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement or hire management software (e.g. Syrinx, InspHire, or similar) 
• Strong numeracy and financial awareness 
• Knowledge of the plant hire, construction, or utilities sectors is advantageous. 

Benefits: 

• Company pension 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Free parking 
• Gym membership 
• Health & Wellbeing Program 
• On-site parking 
• Private medical insurance 

Ability to commute/relocate: 

Oldham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) 

To apply, please submit your CV to careers@thinkhire.co.uk

About us

Think Hire, the UK’s premier off-grid Energy as a Service provider, committed to innovation and delivering sustainable power. Pioneers of the Solartainer Versatile range, the world's first adaptable solar hybrid generators, Think Hire is at the forefront of driving positive change in the energy sector, with a focus on reducing carbon emissions and enhancing operational efficiency through an Energy-as-a-service proposition. 

Think Hire ranked in the 2024 and 2025 Sunday Times 100, recognising us as one of Britain’s fastest-growing private companies.

​Join us at Think Hire, where sustainability meets innovation.