Procurement Coordinator

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization is seeking a proactive Procurement Coordinator to oversee daily purchasing activities in Golborne. This role includes training a team of specialists, managing supplier relationships, and leading negotiations for contracts. Candidates should have a relevant degree and proven experience in procurement. Benefits include a competitive salary up to £70,000, generous pension contributions, and other perks. Immediate applications are encouraged, reaching out to the internal recruiter for inquiries.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Christmas vouchers

High Street brand discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage a team.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor procurement team members.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement cycle and ensure accuracy.
• Identify and maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

D365 ERP

Job description

What you will enjoy doing

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.

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 ability.
• 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

• 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.