Central Supplier Coordinator

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programmes

Disability Confident accreditation

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a proactive Central Supplier Coordinator to support the Procurement Team. You'll drive end-to-end supplier onboarding, due diligence, data management and performance monitoring, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

This role offers opportunities to shape supplier processes, work on a modern supplier portal, and contribute to our mission of delivering trusted services across the UK.

Qualifications

• Confident and comfortable communicating with a wide variety of stakeholders, at all levels.
• Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.
• Highly organised, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage priorities.
• Proactive and genuine interest in good practice supplier management.
• Previous experience beneficial, but not essential. Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage end-to-end onboarding for new suppliers, ensuring requirements are met efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Keep supplier records up to date; archive inactive accounts; set up new suppliers in master data systems.
• Take ownership for supplier due diligence processes, including managing recurrence of document refreshes and compliance checks.
• Shape and implement improvements to supplier management processes, including a new supplier portal; provide first line support.
• Act as a key contact for supplier communications; drive engagement and track supplier performance KPIs and risk.
• Undertake annual modern slavery assessments and analysis to identify risks and support compliance.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

MS Office

Organised

Attention to detail

Proactive supplier management

Job description

SOCOTEC’s Central Services team provides essential support across HR, Finance, IT, Digital, Marketing, Communications and Operations, enabling our business and technical teams to deliver high-quality services to clients across the UK. By managing recruitment, staff development, payroll, financial planning, digital systems, and internal communications, we ensure smooth operations, efficiency and innovation throughout the organisation. Our people-focused, collaborative culture empowers colleagues to contribute ideas, work safely, and grow their careers while supporting SOCOTEC’s mission to deliver trusted, market-leading services in infrastructure, environmental, and technical sectors.

What's in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Central Supplier Coordinator

Are you interested in procurement? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Supplier Coordinator, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

Looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Supplier Coordinator to join the Procurement Team. We’re undergoing a transformation within the Procurement Team at SOCOTEC, and as part of this we will look to radically change our supplier lifecycle processes. This role will be responsible for supplier onboarding, ongoing due diligence, engagement and performance monitoring.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external.

This role offers a genuine scope for growth. As you develop in this position, there will be opportunities to get involved in wider procurement projects, broadening your skills and experience as part of a clear career development plan within the procurement function.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

Supplier Onboarding Management
Own and manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new suppliers, ensuring all requirements are met efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner. Coordinating approval workflows for internal approvals required.

Supplier Master Data Management
Keeping supplier records up to date, archiving inactive accounts, ensuring categories and details are regularly reviewed. Setting up new suppliers in master data systems.

Supplier Due Diligence
Take ownership for supplier due diligence processes, including managing recurrence of supplier document refreshes, ensuring compliance and accuracy of records (e.g., financial, data protection, cyber security, sustainability risk assessments).

Supplier Portal Management
Opportunity to shape and improve supplier management processes, including support on the implementation and rollout of a new supplier portal. First line support for the business on supplier portal.

Supplier Communications + Engagement
Act as a key point of contact for supplier communications, driving engagement initiatives that strengthen relationships internally and externally. Collating supplier performance KPIs and tracking and managing suppliers at risk.

Modern Slavery Assessments (desirable)
Undertake annual modern slavery assessments and analysis, identifying risks and supporting the business’s compliance obligations.

Qualifications

To be a successful Supplier Coordinator, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Confident and comfortable communicating with a wide variety of stakeholders, at all levels.
• Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.
• Highly organised, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage priorities.
• Proactive and genuine interest in good practice supplier management.
• Previous experience beneficial, but not essential. Full training will be provided.

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart?

Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.

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