Procurement Coordinator

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Kintbury; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Procurement Coordinator to support the full procurement cycle, manage supplier relationships and optimise stock for timely production deliveries. This office-based role reports to the Purchasing and Operations Director within a UK manufacturing and distribution business.

The role requires a proven procurement background, strong negotiation, Excel proficiency and an ability to forecast stock and costs.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, purchasing and supply chain processes.
• Strong negotiation abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience managing a broad range of SKUs.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Good maths and English skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas.
• Right to work in the UK.
• CIPS qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the full procurement cycle from supplier research to PO management.
• Assist negotiations to secure competitive pricing and terms.
• Maintain stock levels aligned with sales and production needs.
• Raise purchase orders and validate supplier invoices.
• Provide pricing/ cost updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Monitor orders and resolve delivery or invoicing issues.
• Maintain supplier/product databases and assist risk assessments.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stock forecasting

Excel

Organisational skills

English communication

Driving licence

Education

CIPS qualification (advantageous)

Job description

The Procurement Coordinator position, based in Aston, is a permanent, full-time role offering £51,000 per annum plus a discretionary bonus.

Working 37.5 hours weekly from the office, you will report to the Purchasing and Operations Director within a UK manufacturing and distribution firm.

Your duties involve executing purchasing strategies, ordering materials and components, and liaising with suppliers to secure prompt production deliveries.

Maintaining precise stock control and inventory levels is essential, alongside supporting cost-reduction initiatives.

Candidates should possess strong negotiation abilities and prior experience in a similar purchasing capacity.

The package includes 25 days' annual leave.

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

• 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

• 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. In accordance with UK GDPR requirements, unsuccessful applicant recruitment and selection information will be retained for six months before being securely deleted.