Purchasing Coordinator

Employment Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Purchasing Coordinator in a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment. This role is pivotal in supporting design and workshop teams by managing procurement activities and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Ideal for an organized individual with procurement experience, this position emphasizes strong communication and negotiation skills. Join a fast-paced, collaborative setting where your attention to detail and administrative prowess will shine. If you thrive in structured environments and enjoy supplier relationship management, this could be the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or purchasing is essential.
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities and liaise with suppliers.
• Oversee purchase order processing and inventory management.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Experience in Procurement or Purchasing

Strong Administration Experience

Tools

SAGE 200 ERP

Office 365

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing Coordinator to join a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment. This role plays a crucial part in supporting the design and workshop teams by managing procurement activities, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring the timely delivery of materials. The position requires proficiency in SAGE 200 ERP and strong organisational skills to oversee purchase order processing, supplier management, and stores management. Ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and excellent communication skills, this role offers a chance to work in a fast-paced and collaborative setting.

Who This Job Would Suit
This role is ideal for an organised and proactive individual with experience in procurement or purchasing within an engineering or manufacturing setting. It would suit someone who enjoys working with suppliers, negotiating prices, and ensuring operational efficiency. Strong administrative skills and the ability to use SAGE 200 ERP are essential. If you thrive in a structured role that requires precision, teamwork, supplier relationship management, and stores coordination, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and progress purchase orders, book goods inwards, and manage procurement through SAGE 200 ERP.
• Close purchase orders and oversee the end-to-end purchasing process.
• Resolve invoice queries and liaise with suppliers, supporting the Finance Manager as needed.
• Source alternative engineering products while securing cost-effective pricing and value for money.
• Participate in weekly production meetings and provide administrative support across the business.
• Work closely with the Workshop manager to assist in Production and Stores duties, fulfilling the spares orders and maintaining relationships with clients.
• Support stores inventory, ensuring materials are correctly received, logged, and stored efficiently, maintain accurate stock levels, conduct regular stock checks, and report discrepancies.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding stock availability and lead times.

Requirements:

• Strong Administration experience within Manufacturing or Engineering.
• Purchasing / Supply Chain / Procurement experience.
• Stores / Inventory Management experience.
• Experience using ERP & SAGE systems, SAGE 200 preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong IT skills - Office 365 desirable.

Location: Bolton
Permanent
Salary: circa 25k- 30k (dependent on experience).
Hours: Full time, Mon-Fri, (early finish Fridays).