Procurement Assistant

Job Description

Procurement Assistant

£36,000–£38,000 | SE London | Full-Time | Construction Sector

We are currently recruiting for a Procurement Assistant to join a well-established specialist contractor based in SE London.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing construction business delivering high-quality installations across commercial projects in London. The role offers excellent exposure to live project environments and would suit someone organised, logical, and keen to develop a long-term career within procurement or materials coordination.

The Role

Working closely with the commercial, estimating and operations teams, you will play a key role in supporting procurement activities and ensuring materials are ordered, tracked and delivered efficiently across multiple projects.

This is a hands-on role where attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile information for sample sheets and technical submission sheets
• Arrange sample submittals to project sites
• Upload and manage documentation across platforms such as Aconex, Project+, Asite or Dalux
• Compile and cross-check materials location and information
• Maintain accurate project material trackers
• Order materials and coordinate logistics
• Track material locations and delivery status
• Liaise with estimating, pre-construction, commercial and operations teams
• Support procurement processes across multiple live projects

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, confident and proactive — not afraid to engage with different teams and take ownership of tasks.

Essential:

• Previous experience in a Procurement Assistant , Buying Assistant , Materials Coordinator , or similar role
• Experience within construction, fit-out, interiors or building materials
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Logical and detail-oriented approach
• Confident communicator across teams
• Keen to learn and develop within procurement

Desirable:

• Experience using platforms such as Aconex, Asite, Dalux or Project+
• Experience working with construction materials
• Knowledge of project documentation systems

The Opportunity

• Salary of £36,000–£38,000
• Office-based role in SE London (5 days per week)
• Work within a specialist contractor delivering commercial projects
• Exposure to procurement, logistics and materials coordination
• Excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in construction procurement