Procurement Coordinator
*Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
*Location: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office
*Hours - 35 hours per week - Monday to Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm with a 1-hour lunch break and Friday: 9:00am – 4:30pm with a 30-minute lunch break
*Salary: £28,000 to £32,000 per annum, dependant on experience plus Annual Bonus
We are seeking a Procurement Coordinator to manage the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring efficient operations from raising purchase orders to receipt at the destination. This role requires a proactive individual with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a solution-oriented mindset.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Procurement & Order Management:
*Process purchase orders for both stocked and non-stocked goods, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
*Maintain and update procurement systems with accurate due dates and delivery information.
*Monitor supplier performance and proactively report delays, shortages, or delivery issues.
*Manage obstacles in the supply process and propose practical solutions to minimise impact.
*Sign off supplier invoices and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with Finance.

*Inventory & Warehouse Coordination:
*Provide warehouses with inbound shipment information, either manually or via system notifications.
*Book inventory into systems upon receipt and investigate any discrepancies.
*Support stock reconciliation activities, including root cause analysis and corrective action proposals.

*Supplier & Internal Collaboration:
*Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers to ensure clear communication and on-time, in-full deliveries.
*Collaborate closely with the Import team to ensure smooth shipment flow.
*Liaise with internal stakeholders to communicate arrival dates for non-stocked goods and manage expectations.

*Data, Systems & Product Knowledge:
*Understand data requirements for product setup and ensure new product codes are communicated in advance to avoid delays.
*Develop strong product knowledge to effectively support internal teams.

*Continuous Improvement & Communication:
*Document internal procurement processes and make recommendations for improvements.
*Provide regular internal communication regarding back orders, delays, and inbound risks.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
*High attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
*Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving ability.
*Confident communicator, able to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
*Comfortable working with procurement systems and Excel-based reporting (experience preferred).
Benefits:
*Pension
*5 % Annual Bonus Scheme
*23 days - increases to 25 days after 2 years’ service, rising from 23 to 25 days (bank holidays on top). Permanent employees also have the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave per year.
To apply for the Procurement Coordinator position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.