Procurement Coordinator

Alpla; Lowton St Luke's; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions company in the UK seeks a proactive Procurement Coordinator to oversee daily purchasing activities and mentor the procurement team. The role involves managing the procurement cycle, supplier relationships, and negotiations to ensure timely and cost-effective goods acquisition. The ideal candidate has a degree in business or supply chain management and proven procurement experience with strong leadership and negotiation skills. Benefits include generous pension contributions, life assurance, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Christmas vouchers

PerkBox high street brand discounts

Long service awards

Subsidised onsite canteen

Training and Development Support

Maternity and paternity pay scheme

Christmas vouchers for you and your children

Discounts on purchases (food, drink, cinema, etc.)

Free coffees and other freebies

Online access to free exercise and yoga classes

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management principles.
• Effective interpersonal skills for stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a procurement team.
• Oversee the procurement cycle, ensuring accuracy in orders.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and monitor performance.
• Negotiate contracts and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support procurement projects and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

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

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

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.

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.

Up to £70,000 p.a.

Benefits

• Generous pension contributions
• Life Assurance
• Employee Christmas vouchers
• PerkBox high street brand discounts
• Long service awards
• Subsidised onsite canteen
• Company pension scheme
• Training and Development Support
• Maternity and paternity pay scheme
• Christmas vouchers for you and your children
• Money off purchases such as food, drink, cinema, tickets, clothing and homeware
• Free coffees and other freebies across PerkBox site
• Online access to free exercise and yoga classes with 24/7 access to qualified therapists