PO & Project Co-Ordinator Lead | Reading, UK | Hybrid

Project People; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications sector is seeking a PO & Project Co-Ordinator Lead to manage a team and oversee Purchase Order processes. This hybrid role involves driving efficiency and ensuring compliance with governance standards while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and data analytical skills, along with relevant project management certifications.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and MS Excel.
• Knowledge of financial processes and project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of project coordinators for Purchase Order management.
• Drive process improvements and maintain minimal aged GRNI levels.
• Serve as the first point of contact for escalations.

Skills

Leadership

Data Analysis

Communication

Self-management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Professional project management certifications (P3O, Prince2, APM)

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting/ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle)

Job description

PO & Project Co-Ordinator Lead

Project People, Reading, United Kingdom

Posted: 4 days ago | Job Type: Hybrid, Permanent | Salary: Negotiable

About MBNL

MBNL is owned equally by EE and Three, two of the UK's most recognisable and innovative mobile operators. They are our shareholders and customers. Our core focus is managing, maintaining, and enhancing the UK's best network, delivering programmes and projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

Team Lead Role

This role involves leading and motivating a team of project coordinators to provide end-to-end Purchase Order management to the Programme and Project community. You will drive process improvements to meet targets and increase efficiency.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Maintain minimal aged GRNI levels throughout the year.
• Challenge process or governance deviations, ensuring each PO has valid business justification and funding.
• Serve as the first point of contact for escalations related to purchase orders.

Experience & Skills

• Leadership and influencing skills to achieve targets.
• Strong data analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and data manipulation, understanding complex formulas.
• Knowledge of Accounting/ERP systems like IFS, SAP, Oracle.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work under pressure.
• Excellent communication, self-management, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and ambiguity.
• Ability to handle escalations and difficult situations effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional project management certifications such as P3O, Prince2, APM.
• Knowledge of financial processes, planning, forecasting, and project accounting.
• Experience in customer relationship management.

Project People is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

Additional Opportunities

Other roles include Senior Commercial Manager in Dublin, Ireland, and Legal Counsel in Reading, UK.

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