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Doocey Group
Location
Tipton
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
First listed by Ontap
13 October 2026
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Job description

Job Title

Procurement Assistant / Administrative Assistant

Salary

Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.

Location

Tipton

Our Company

Doocey Group is a long-established, family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years of industry experience. Built on strong Black Country values, we pride ourselves on integrity, reliability, responsiveness and a commitment to delivering high standards in everything we do.

Over the past 10 years, Doocey Group has experienced significant growth, achieved through consistently deliver high-quality work for our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. Our success is built to deliver safely and reliably in a fast-paced and often challenging environment.

As we approach a turnover of £100m, this marks an important milestone in our journey and reflects the hard work, ambition and dedication of our teams across the business. If you are looking to join a growing organisation that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you will feel right at home at Doocey Group.

The Role

We are looking for a Procurement Assistant to support our procurement function in the efficient and compliant acquisition of materials, plant and services for the business. This role will focus on transactional procurement activity, supplier coordination and administrative support, while providing the opportunity to develop core procurement, commercial and supply chain skills.

Working within the procurement team the Procurement Assistant will help ensure purchase orders, supplier communications, records and reporting activity are completed accurately and efficiently, supporting operational teams across the Civil s business unit.

Responsibilities

Raise purchase orders in line with approved requisitions
Obtain quotations from approved suppliers to support cost-effective purchasing decisions
Process delivery notes and goods received information within procurement systems
Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records
Track orders and follow up on deliveries and outstanding items
Communicate order details, delivery updates and relevant information to operational teams
Liaise with suppliers to support order fulfilment and help resolve queries or issues
Respond to internal procurement queries received via the shared inbox and telephone
Escalate pricing, delivery or supplier issues to the Buyer where required
Assist with weekly procurement reporting and data collation
Support month-end reporting processes
Maintain supplier records and pricing information
Support system implementation activity and procurement process improvements
Develop knowledge of procurement processes, cost control and supply chain operations
Participate in training and professional development, including potential CIPS pathway development
Provide cover for procurement administration functions as required

Personal Qualities

Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
Proactive and results-driven approach
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Analytical mindset with good problem-solving skills
Commercially aware, with an interest in negotiation and cost-0effective purchasing
Willingness to learn and develop within a busy procurement environment

Technical Skills & Experience

Previous administrative or entry-level procurement experience is desirable but not essential
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Qualifications & Training

GCSEs Grades 4-9 or equivalent in Maths and English

Additional Information

Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications form all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.

Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement.

By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary.

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