Group Operational Purchasing Coordinator

DFS; Redcar; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent furniture retailer in Doncaster is seeking a Group Operational Purchasing Coordinator to enhance procurement efficiency. The role involves data analysis, supplier management, and collaboration across brands. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in purchasing and a detail-oriented mindset. This hybrid position offers a salary from £31,000 to £35,000, with various employee benefits including discounts and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Potential Annual Bonus Scheme

Growth and Training opportunities

30% off DFS and Sofology products

Healthcare services access

Pension and Sharesave schemes

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, or operational support.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence in data analysis and spotting patterns.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze purchasing data across brands.
• Coordinate department needs for group-wide solutions.
• Assist in supplier performance monitoring and administration.

Skills

Curiosity

Organisational skills

Data handling

Communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Group Operational Purchasing Coordinator – Permanent position in Procurement, Yorkshire, Doncaster. Salary range from £31,000 to £35,000 dependent on experience. Posted: 18/09/2025. Recruiter: DFS. Job Ref: dfs/TP/113424/2790. Job Views: 1.

As our Group Operational Purchasing Coordinator, you will play a key role in bringing together our brands to make smarter, more efficient purchasing decisions. You will support the Head of Procurement and work closely with stakeholders across the business to identify opportunities where we can consolidate spend and streamline how we buy everyday operational goods and services such as office supplies, mail, vending and uniforms. It is a varied role where you will collaborate with colleagues across the group, contribute to important cost saving initiatives, and develop your skills in procurement and supplier management. This is a hybrid role based at our Doncaster Group Support Centre, with 3 days a week onsite.

About DFS
We’re home to DFS, Sofology, and The Sofa Delivery Company - three distinctive brands with a shared mission to bring great design and comfort into every home, affordably, responsibly, and sustainably. At DFS Group, everyone plays a part. Whether you’re supporting our brands or serving our customers, you’re helping shape the future of furniture retail. Each brand has its own identity and creative direction, but we’re united by a culture that puts people and purpose at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone Welcome
Across our Group, we\'re committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from supporting Doncaster Pride and introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail. We\'re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn\'t quite match the specification, we\'d still really love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Collecting and analysing purchasing data across our brands to spot patterns and opportunities for centralisation.
• Coordinating with departments to understand their needs and ensure these are reflected in group-wide solutions.
• Helping prepare supplier performance insights to support decision making in governance forums and steering groups.
• Assisting with supplier relationships, from contract administration through to supporting reviews and monitoring performance.
• Supporting communication and engagement with our brands, making sure everyone understands the benefits of centralised purchasing and feels supported through the transition.
• Carrying out market research to identify potential new suppliers and opportunities for efficiencies.

You will be the right fit

• You are curious, organised and enjoy making things run more smoothly. You will like working with different stakeholders across multiple brands, building relationships and finding ways to bring people and processes together.
• You will be a great fit if you have:
• 1–3 years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, administration or operational support (retail or multi-brand experience is a plus).
• A detail-oriented approach with strong organisational skills.
• Confidence handling data, spotting patterns and supporting decisions with evidence.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with different teams.
• An interest in procurement, supply chain or operational efficiency, with a desire to grow your expertise in this area.
• If you are proactive, adaptable and keen to make a real difference in how we purchase across our group, this could be the perfect next step for you.

Benefits

• Potential Annual Bonus Scheme: Contribute to our success and get rewarded for it.
• Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us.
• Leave: Holiday allowance with option to buy 5 extra days; enhanced leave for Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental, and Adoption, plus a paid volunteering day each year.
• Discounts: 30% off DFS and Sofology products for you and discounts for friends and family; savings at Sainsbury’s, ASOS, IKEA, and more.
• Wellbeing Perks: Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships.
• Pension and Savings: Group Pension and Sharesave schemes.
• Life Assurance & Sick Pay: Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay.