Procurement Coordinator

Allen Associates; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days' holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working

Funded training & development support

Workplace pension scheme

Job summary

Allen Associates is recruiting a Procurement Coordinator to manage procurement activities for an environmental restoration programme in Oxfordshire. The role requires organised, detail‑oriented professionals with procurement experience across varied sectors to lead sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with public funding requirements, administer contract documentation, and apply best practices across site-based and back-office

Qualifications

• Proven procurement experience including contract management and sourcing.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiations.
• Familiarity with public funding rules and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Leading the sourcing and purchasing of services, materials, and supplies for the programme.
• Managing supplier relationships and ensuring high standards of delivery.
• Facilitating contract negotiations and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
• Administering contracts, including timesheets, expenses, invoices, and queries.
• Applying procurement best practices across site-based schemes and back-office functions.
• Assisting with securing private sector funding and bidding for future work.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Excel

Procurement software

Financial management systems

Rural engagement

Tools

Procurement software

Financial management systems

Job description

Procurement Coordinator

Are you ready to make a real difference by managing procurement activities for a groundbreaking environmental restoration project? If you're organised, detail-oriented, and experienced in procurement processes across diverse sectors, this could be the role for you.

Procurement Coordinator Responsibilities

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

• Leading the sourcing and purchasing of services, materials, and supplies critical to the programme's success
• Managing supplier relationships, background checks, and keeping abreast of the latest service technologies to ensure high standards
• Facilitating contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with public funding requirements, and maintaining transparent procurement procedures
• Supporting the administration of contracts, including collation of timesheets, expenses, invoices, and resolving queries
• Applying procurement best practices across a range of sectors, including site-based schemes and back-office functions such as IT and office facilities
• Assisting with securing private sector funding and bidding for future work by leveraging procurement experience

Procurement Coordinator Rewards

Salary from £30,000 to £34,000, depending on experience

33 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working

Support for applicable funded training and professional development

Workplace pension scheme

Be part of a committed, collaborative team working in a stunning landscape setting

The Company

Our client is a ground-breaking environmental scheme dedicated to enhancing the English countryside. They prioritise sustainability, community involvement, and innovative approaches to environmental challenges. This is an inclusive environment for someone looking to develop their career in environmental programme delivery.

Procurement Coordinator Experience Essentials

Proven experience in procurement, involving contract management, sourcing, and supplier negotiations

Familiarity with public funding regulations and compliance standards

Experience with tools such as Excel, procurement software, and financial management systems

Ability to work with farmers and land managers, understanding rural and agricultural challenges

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple procurement tasks

Location

Based broadly in the Oxfordshire/ Gloucestershire area, this role offers a mix of remote and in-office working. The office is accessible by car, with parking available, and enjoys scenic countryside views.