We are recruiting for a detail‑oriented Procurement Assistant to join a global supplier to the fruit growing industry based in Ledbury. Working Monday to Friday 8am-5pm, you will support the internal procurement workflow and ensure On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery of goods from their suppliers.
This Procurement Assistant role supports the procurement function, supplier coordination, and supply chain administration, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of goods into the warehouse and export network. You will act as a key link between procurement, logistics, warehousing, customer services, and suppliers, managing inbound deliveries, monitoring supplier performance, and supporting international shipments.
Ideal for candidates will have any of the following experience:
Procurement or purchasing
Supply chain coordination
Logistics or operations
Administrative support within a commercial environmentKey Responsibilities
Coordinate supplier orders and procurement schedules
Track production progress and delivery timelines
Drive On Time In Full (OTIF) supplier performance
Liaise with suppliers to resolve delays and delivery issues
Support international export documentation and supplier declarations
Coordinate inbound deliveries with warehousing and logistics teams
Maintain procurement records, ERP data, and reporting trackers
Provide administrative support to the procurement and supply chain teams
Support continuous improvement in supplier performance and delivery accuracySkills & Experience Required
Experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or administrative support
Strong organisational and coordination skills
Excellent communication skills with suppliers and internal teams
Good commercial awareness and attention to detail
Understanding of procurement processes, lead times, and delivery tracking
Comfortable using ERP systems (MS Dynamics Navision or SAP), Excel, and data tracking tools
Proactive, solution‑focused, and able to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work calmly in a fast‑paced environmentWhat's On Offer
Salary of £28,000 per annum
Full‑time, permanent, office‑based role
Exposure to international supply chains and global logistics
Career development within procurement and supply chain operations
Discretionary work‑from‑home option after probation
23 days annual leave plus statutory entitlement
Performance related pay after 12 months service
Company Health Scheme after 12 months service
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy
