Procurement Coordinator

Pertemps Network Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Twice-yearly bonus

Health options

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Sick pay

Training provided

Career opportunities

Job summary

Pertemps Network Group is seeking an experienced Procurement Coordinator to join our Birmingham-based operations. You will support purchasing strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely deliveries to production sites.

This is a full-time, office-based role offering £51,000 per year plus discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday, a pension option, and full training. You will work with cross-functional teams to optimise stock and costs.

Qualifications

• Procurement, purchasing and supply chain experience in a manufacturing/distribution setting.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solving, initiative and decision-making abilities.
• Experience managing a broad range of SKUs.
• Stock forecasting, sales trends and manufacturing requirements analysis.
• Ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Experience with diversified sourcing and supplier risk management.
• Excellent written and spoken English and strong IT skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the UK/overseas.
• Right to work in the UK; CIPS qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the full procurement cycle, including supplier research, cost comparisons, purchase orders and supplier relationship management.
• Support negotiations with suppliers to achieve competitive pricing and terms.
• Ensure stock levels are optimised against product sales, production requirements and warehouse capacity.
• Raise purchase orders and validate supplier invoices.
• Provide updates on pricing and changes affecting product costings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor purchase orders and resolve outstanding deliveries and invoice queries.
• Maintain approved supplier and product databases.
• Assist with supplier risk assessments.
• Support cost-saving initiatives through negotiation and alternative sourcing.
• Maintain procurement records and databases; produce analysis and forecasting reports.
• Collaborate with internal departments to identify and respond to business requirements; attend supplier meetings as required.

Skills

Procurement experience

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Excel skills

Proactive mindset

Education

CIPS qualification advantageous

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Procurement Coordinator

Location: Birmingham

Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £51,000 per annum + discretionary bonus

Working Arrangement: Office based

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Procurement Coordinator to join a successful and growing UK manufacturing and distribution business based in Birmingham.

Reporting to the Purchasing and Operations Director, you will take responsibility for supporting the organisation's purchasing strategy, ordering materials and components, and working closely with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries to production sites.

You will play a key role in maintaining effective stock control, managing inventory levels and supporting the business in achieving competitive purchasing costs.

What You Can Expect in Return

• 25 days' annual holiday plus bank holidays, including a Christmas shutdown
• Twice-yearly bonus scheme linked to company and personal performance
• Health and optional pension schemes following successful completion of probation
• Free on-site parking
• Company sick pay
• Full training provided across systems, processes and procedures
• Long-term career opportunity within a stable and growing business

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• A proven track record in procurement, purchasing and supply chain processes
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
• A proactive approach with the ability to solve problems, use initiative and make informed decisions
• Experience managing a broad range of SKUs
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in relation to stock forecasting, sales trends and manufacturing requirements
• The ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Experience with diversified sourcing and supply chain risk management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
• Good Maths and English skills
• A full UK driving licence
• The flexibility and willingness to travel within the UK and overseas when required
• The right to work in the UK
• A CIPS qualification would be advantageous

Key Responsibilities

As Procurement Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the full procurement cycle, including supplier research, cost comparisons, purchase orders and supplier relationship management
• Supporting negotiations with suppliers to achieve competitive pricing and terms
• Ensuring stock levels are optimised against product sales, production requirements and warehouse capacity
• Raising purchase orders and validating supplier invoices
• Providing the wider business with updates on pricing and changes affecting product costings
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
• Monitoring purchase orders and resolving outstanding deliveries and invoice queries
• Maintaining approved supplier and product databases
• Assisting with supplier risk assessments
• Supporting cost-saving initiatives through negotiation and alternative sourcing
• Maintaining procurement records and databases
• Producing analysis and forecasting reports to identify procurement and supply trends
• Working collaboratively with other internal departments to identify and respond to business requirements
• Attending supplier meetings as required

Training & Development

The company is committed to investing in and developing its employees. Full training will be provided on relevant systems, processes and procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional seeking stable, long-term employment with a successful and expanding manufacturing business.

The company is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates.

Please note: Due to the expected volume of applications, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted within two weeks of applying.

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