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Junior Procurement Officer

Yusen Logistics
£29,301 - £37,102 a year
Ashfield, England
Full time
July 30, 2025
Job Ref
VTFCEN01009
City:
Annesley
Department
Procurement
Salary
£20,000 - £26280 (Depending on Experience)
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are looking for a Junior Procurement Officer to be based at our site in Annesley (NG15 0DR).

In this newly created role, the Junior Procurement Officer will support the procurement team in various tasks relating to sourcing, procurement and contract management. You will assist in negotiating contracts, managing relationships, analysing supplier performance, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulations.

The role will offer a salary of up to £26,280 per annum with the opportunity to work remotely up to 3 days per week (Subject to Business Requirements).

Benefits
  • 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year.
  • Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
  • Free Eye Test *
  • Employee Referral Scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Critical Illness Cover
  • Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
  • On Site Mental Health First Aiders
  • Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
  • Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
  • Tailored development and career opportunities

Main Responsibilities
Source and procure a wide range of required goods and services, ensuring optimal value for money within defined service and quality criteria
Support the procurement team in preparing and issuing requests for proposals (RFPs) and requests for quotations (RFQs) Ensuring company procurement processes are followed.
Identifying opportunities to add improvements to the “bottom line” through cost savings or process changes, whilst promoting continual improvement in all aspects of the Procurement function.
Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities, pricing, and quality, aligned to Stakeholder requirements.
Evaluating competitive tenders and proposals for the supply of goods and service, including negotiating with suppliers on all commercial and contractual matters to achieve optimal levels of value versus risk.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and provide support in developing procurement strategies.
Working closely with the HSEQ teams to ensure that the supply chain is safe and delivers quality goods and services.
Maintain procurement documentation and records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Monitor supplier performance and conduct supplier evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
Operating and maintaining required systems to support and improve the Procurement function, as well as undertaking other procurement and supply chain tasks that are required from time to time.
Support contract management activities, including contract review, renewal, and termination Identifying and implementing supplier improvement actions.
Assist in resolving procurement-related issues or disputes with suppliers in a timely manner.

Key Requirements
Basic knowledge of the Procurement life cycle and value creation through negotiation and contract delivery
Basic understanding of Procurement principles, general and contract law
Strong administration and organisation skills
Competent IT/IS skills (e.g. MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint).
Some work experience in Procurement or supply chain experience in a comparable level role.
Excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to build rapport and communicate at all levels.
A can-do attitude and willingness to tackle a diverse array of tasks
Must be driven and motivated and have strong Analytical & numeracy skills.
Able and willing to take ownership and use initiative where required to see tasks through to the end.


Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.
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