Procurement Coordinator

Clearwater People Solutions Ltd; Horsham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to manage procurement and contract administration tasks. You will ensure compliance with legislation and support stakeholders in procurement processes. The ideal candidate has proven experience in procurement, excellent organizational skills, and familiar with e-procurement platforms. This role offers a chance to impact the efficiency of procurement within a reputable organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in a public or regulated environment preferred.
• Solid understanding of public procurement regulations.
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement and contract administration activities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement legislation.
• Manage and support use of the E-Procurement system.
• Contribute to savings and benefits tracking for procurement.

Skills

Proven experience in procurement and contract coordination

CIPS qualification

Strong stakeholder engagement skills

Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

Confidence in using e-procurement platforms

Detail-oriented

Job description

We’re proud to be partnering with a respected and forward-thinking organisation, to recruit for a newly created Procurement Coordinator role.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for coordinating procurement and contract administration across the business, ensuring full compliance with legislation, internal policies, and best practice standards.

Our client is looking for someone who can work collaboratively across teams, provide expert procurement guidance, and support the improvement of procurement systems, processes, and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities for the Procurement Coordinator:

• Coordinate procurement and contract administration activities across the business.
• Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, internal policies, and procedures.
• Provide expert advice and support to stakeholders on the procurement of goods, services, and works.
• Manage and support use of the organisation’s E-Procurement system.
• Maintain and update the contracts register, ensuring robust contract management practices.
• Proactively manage the procurement pipeline, identifying risks and delays.
• Support stakeholders in identifying appropriate frameworks and procurement routes.
• Work with external procurement partners as required, supporting and overseeing tender processes.
• Contribute to the development of a savings and benefits tracker for reporting procurement value.
• Analyse contract and supplier data to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies.

Key skills for the Procurement Coordinator:

• Proven experience in procurement and contract coordination, ideally in a public or regulated environment.
• CIPS qualification (or keen to work towards it).
• Solid understanding of public procurement regulations and frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build collaborative working relationships.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence in using e-procurement platforms and managing contract registers.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a critical business function and support the delivery of cost-effective, compliant, and value-driven procurement.