Business Support Coordinator – 6 Month FTC

Cardo; Crawley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing property maintenance company in Crawley is seeking a Business Support Coordinator. This office-based role focuses on enhancing operational performance and managing procurement processes. Join a forward-thinking team committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and customer service preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and purchasing matters.
• Create purchase orders and manage queries.
• Conduct audits and process invoices.

Skills

IT proficiency

Financial acumen

Commercial acumen

Multitasking

Customer service experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Who We Are: Cardo Group is a social housing property maintenance company. Our multi-company group specializes in maintenance, compliance, and retrofit services with a growing national footprint. With ambitious plans for further expansion, we are committed to making a lasting industry impact.

We are currently looking for a Business Support Coordinator to join our team in Crawley.

Please note: This is an office-based role, on a 6-month FTC.

Overall Purpose of the Role:

The purpose of this role is to ensure the smooth and seamless delivery of services to enhance operational, SHE, and commercial performance across our branches. The team also provides help desk services to key stakeholders, both internal and external. The Business Support Team manages shared services, including fleet management, hire, plant, procurement, purchase orders, and van stock. Responsibilities include managing queries, producing reports, processing invoices efficiently, and conducting audits to ensure services adhere to processes and offer value for money.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

Procurement Administration

• Control of all procurement and purchasing matters for Cardo South, including but not limited to:

• Van Stock
• Skips
• PPE
• Ad hoc materials outside of supply chain

• Liaising with branches on daily email enquiries
• Answering incoming phone calls from internal operatives and stakeholders
• Creating purchase orders for materials
• Logging, recording, and filing all purchase orders correctly
• Building relationships with external suppliers, following Cardo policies and procedures

Finance:

• Amending purchase orders as instructed by the accounts department
• Managing your own purchase card, ensuring all transactions are logged with valid VAT invoices

Key Skills & Experience:

• IT proficiency
• Financial and commercial acumen
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Procurement and/or customer service experience (desirable)

Why Join Cardo Group?

At Cardo Group, we are growing, evolving, and building a stable foundation for long-term success. Joining us means becoming part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, integrity, and inclusivity.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business, foster innovation, and improve our service to communities.

Our commitments:

• Equity: Fair opportunities for growth, removing barriers.
• Diversity: Embracing different backgrounds and experiences to fuel creativity.
• Inclusion: Cultivating a culture where every voice is heard and everyone belongs.

At Cardo Group, EDI is integral to our identity. We promote an environment where all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, or background, can thrive.

Join us and be part of a company that values you—exactly as you are.