Procurement Coordinator

Vertical Advantage Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Graduate Procurement Assistant in Chichester, West Sussex. The role involves managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, ensuring compliance with import documentation, and supporting supplier sourcing activities. Ideal for graduates interested in a career in procurement, this position offers an entry point into the fast-paced FMCG sector. Strong organizational, communication skills and attention to detail are essential, along with interest in supply chain operations. Salary range is £25,000 - £30,000 with benefits. Fully on-site work setup.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive problem-solver with great attention to detail.
• Interest in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with SAP or similar systems is an advantage.
• Comfortable managing documentation and dealing with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Raise and amend purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Monitor daily and weekly inbound arrivals and communicate variances.
• Gather and verify import documentation for compliance.
• Support supplier sourcing activities and assist with approval workflows.
• Maintain weekly supplier performance reports.
• Track stock levels and coordinate sample requests.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Interest in procurement

SAP or similar systems

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Procurement Assistant

Location: West Sussex

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 + Benefits

Setup: Fully On-site (5 days per week), 8:00am - 4:00pm

Vertical has partnered with a leading FMCG business in the food sector that is recruiting for a Graduate Procurement Assistant to support their expanding procurement and sourcing function. This role offers an excellent entry point into a fast‑paced FMCG environment, giving you hands‑on exposure across procurement, supplier sourcing, and supply chain operations.

As a key member of the team, you'll work closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and logistics partners to ensure the smooth delivery of the overall procurement and sourcing process. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate looking to build a long‑term career in procurement with clear development and progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Raise and amend purchase orders accurately and promptly. Administer and track loading advices, ensuring all procurement information is current and correct.
• Supplier & Logistics Coordination: Monitor daily and weekly inbound arrivals. Communicate any variances or risks to procurement, supply chain, and internal teams.
• Import Documentation: Gather, verify, and challenge import documentation to ensure compliance. Take part in training to broaden your expertise in procurement, sourcing, and import processes.
• Supplier Sourcing & Approval: Support supplier sourcing activities and assist with supplier approval workflows. Work with Technical, Quality, and Finance teams to maintain accurate supplier records.
• Supplier Performance Reporting: Maintain weekly supplier performance reports and support monthly procurement reviews.
• Inventory & Sample Management: Track stock levels and highlight shortages or surpluses. Coordinate sample requests to support sourcing and NPD activity.

About You

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive problem‑solver with great attention to detail.
• Interest in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with SAP or similar systems is an advantage.
• Comfortable managing documentation and dealing with multiple stakeholders.