Procurement Coordinator

ALPLA Group; Golborne; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global packaging company is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to lead purchasing activities and manage the procurement team. The ideal candidate should have experience in procurement, strong leadership abilities, and effective negotiation skills. This position offers a salary of up to £70,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package including life assurance, generous pension contributions, and discounts via PerkBox. Key responsibilities involve streamlining procurement operations and ensuring compliance across supplier relationships.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Christmas vouchers

High Street brand discounts

Long service awards

Subsidised onsite canteen

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Proficient in negotiation and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor procurement specialists.
• Oversee the complete procurement cycle and manage supplier relationships.
• Conduct negotiations for contracts and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership abilities

Analytical skills

Contract management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Procurement software / ERP systems (e.g., D365)

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You Will Enjoy Doing

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will oversee daily purchasing activities, manage and mentor the procurement team, and ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services in compliance with organisational policies.

You will act as a key link between internal stakeholders, category management, and external suppliers, ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant procurement operations across assigned spend areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of procurement specialists. Manage workloads, conduct performance evaluations, and foster professional development.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement cycle, including processing purchase orders, managing requisitions, and ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantity, and delivery schedules.
• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and maintain relationships with suppliers. Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and address issues such as quality concerns, delivery delays, or payment discrepancies.
• Lead negotiations for contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers. Identify opportunities for cost savings and support local and country-level cost-saving initiatives. Conduct spend analysis.
• Support the Head of Procurement Operations and Category Managers on procurement projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What makes you great

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or a related field would be advantageous.
• Proven experience in procurement, preferably with supervisory or leadership responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software / ERP systems (e.g., D365) and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles and best practices.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder management.

What you can expect working with us

Procurement Coordinator

Location: Golborne (WA3)

Reports to: Head of Procurement Operations

Up to £70,000 p.a.

Benefits package; Generous pension contributions, Life Assurance, Employee Christmas vouchers, PerkBox – High Street brand discounts, Long service awards, Subsidised onsite canteen.

At ALPLA, we stand for high-quality plastic packaging throughout the world. Around 22,000 colleagues produce quality packaging for foodstuffs, cosmetics and industrial cleaning brands for many blue-chip clients across 182 ALPLA sites in 45 countries.

Additional Information

• Life assurance from day one
• Company Pension scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Training and Development Support
• Maternity and paternity pay scheme
• Christmas vouchers for you and your children
• Long service awards

Our new perk box offering a wealth of benefits such as

• Money off purchases such as food, drink, cinema, tickets, clothing, and homeware and so much more
• A number of freebies across the perk box site, such as free coffees
• Online access to free exercise and yoga classes with 24 / 7 access to qualified therapists

Please apply to this position for immediate review – contact Nathan Turtington – UK Internal Recruiter for more information.