Plant Purchasing and Logistics Co-ordinator

O-I; Harlow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

O-I is seeking a Plant Purchasing and Logistics Co-ordinator in Harlow for a full-time role within the Logistics department. You will oversee onsite procurement and logistics activities, source vendors, manage packaging costs, and ensure transaction traceability with strong attention to SOX compliance and audit readiness.

The candidate should have experience in manufacturing settings, excellent negotiation skills, and proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office to drive cost savings and efficiency

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and logistics operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to analyse procurement data to identify cost savings and efficiencies.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office for record-keeping and reporting.
• Familiarity with SOX controls and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Onsite management of M&E activities.
• Sourcing and selecting vendors to deliver cost-effective, quality solutions with timely delivery of items and services.
• Ensuring traceability of transactions through recording and information transparency.
• Management of one-way packaging and optimisation of packaging costs.
• Maintaining SOX compliance and supporting internal audit requirements.
• Conducting onsite and offsite location stock counts and audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Liaising with Production and Logistics teams regarding stock levels, deliveries, and supply chain requirements.
• Monitoring supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs.
• Analysing procurement data and costs to identify savings opportunities and process efficiencies.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting the implementation of inventory management systems and process improvements.

Skills

Procurement

Logistics

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plant Purchasing and Logistics Co-ordinator

• Full-time
• Department: Logistics
• Location: Harlow
• Compensation: GBP 40,000 - GBP 45,000 - yearly

O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world's best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

As Plant Purchasing and Logistics Co-ordinator, this position combines two key elements: purchasing and logistics.

You will be responsible for: -

• Onsite management of specific M&E activities
• Working in partnership with the wider procurement team to achieve organisational objectives - Sourcing and selecting vendors to deliver cost-effective, quality solutions with timely delivery of items and services
• Ensuring traceability of transactions through comprehensive recording and information transparency
• Management of one-way packaging and optimisation of packaging costs
• Maintaining SOX compliance and supporting internal audit requirements
• Conducting onsite and offsite location stock counts and audits to ensure inventory accuracy
• Management of returnable packaging and coordination of packaging returns
• Liaising with Production and Logistics teams regarding stock levels, deliveries, and supply chain requirements
• Monitoring supplier performance against agreed key performance indicators and service level agreements
• Analysing procurement data and costs to identify savings opportunities and process efficiencies
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Supporting the implementation of inventory management systems and process improvements

The successful candidate will have:

• Ideally experience with both low-level procurement and logistics functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP systems
• Proven experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to analyse procurement data and identify cost savings opportunities
• Working knowledge of SOX controls and regulatory standards
• Ability to manage your time effectively within deadlines and competing priorities
• Experience conducting stock counts, audits, and inventory reconciliations
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Experience with inventory management systems and process improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of supplier performance management and key performance indicator monitoring
• Familiarity with packaging optimisation and returnable packaging coordination
• Strong communication and liaison skills across multiple departments
• Problem-solving ability and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.