Administration and Program Manager

Our offices are based in London and Macclesfield, linked via good public transport routes. We offer comprehensive learning & development opportunities, and an engaging work atmosphere. They are sociable and open spaces with fantastic restaurant / catering facilities. Lunch subsidies / free refreshments and snacks are offered.

What you’ll be doing…
The role will focus on overseeing the performance and management of the purchasing administrative team, while leading system improvements to enhance efficiency. You will be assisting the purchasing management team in monitoring and executing strategic projects & focus on delivering insightful purchasing and logistics data to support operations, marketing, and sales teams, driving commercial gains for Elior.

This role will require travel to our Macclesfield office twice a month.

Key Accountabilities:

Develop and manage the Purchasing administration teams to:
Deliver back of house services supporting our operation, sales and marketing teams as well as our suppliers and manufacturers.
Deliver a programme of continuous improvement optimising and developing systems in order to reduce administrative and manual work
Development of the capabilities of each team member to deliver excellence
Lead or support relevant business projects
Responsible for the co-ordination of the Procurement team activities linked to achieving the overall purchasing strategy. Ensuring the purchasing management team members are progressing within agreed timelines the delivery of the procurement strategic projects and activities.
Support the operation, sales and marketing teams in optimising their commercial opportunities via better procurement and supply chain practices using pre agreed dashboards and management information from our datalake
What can you bring?
We are looking for someone who has experience in:

Strong project manager meeting deadlines
Motivates and engages the team, valuing diversity
Addresses requirements professionally and promptly
Focuses on team development and support to achieve priorities
Communicates clearly and appropriately for the audience
Open to change and improvement
Identifies unnecessary tasks and drives system/process improvements
Actively shares best practices and ideas with the wider team
Analyzes data to suggest procurement and supply chain improvements for operations

Our way of saying thank you
At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

FREE On-Site Lunches: Savor delicious and healthy meals, on us, every day at work
Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
Holiday Allowance: Start with 28 days of holiday to relax and recharge, increasing to 31 days after two years of service
Family Leave: Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times
Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes
Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities
Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally
Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes
Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme
Why it’s great to work for us…
Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

Workplaces & Office Space
Sporting Venues & Stadium
Attraction & Heritage Sites
Public Sector & Defence
Health, Care & Hospitals
Schools, Colleges & Universities
Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That’s why 87% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!

Elior Celebrates Equality
At Elior, we’re committed to creating a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging for all.

Ultimately, we believe it’s our differences that make us stronger and enrich our work environment, which in turn makes Elior a great place to work!

By celebrating equality and diversity we’ve created a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to do their best work, where colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.

If you need any support or adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We’re happy to help.