Procurement Coordinator

Butler Rose Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious manufacturing company in Plymouth seeks a highly organised Procurement Coordinator to support supplier relationships and manage purchasing processes. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate strong organisational and analytical skills. Responsible for placing orders, coordinating with departments, and ensuring stock quality, this role offers an excellent work-life balance with a Monday to Friday schedule. A solid education and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential for this position.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours

Qualifications

• Demonstrable strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Ability to solve numerical problems confidently.
• Experience working collaboratively across teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good standard of education, especially GCSE.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders with suppliers based on demand.
• Administer purchasing processes with attention to detail.
• Coordinate with other departments to maintain stock levels.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding order confirmations and issues.
• Monitor stock quality and advise on discrepancies.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Analytical skills

Confidence with numerical problem solving

Proactive approach

Collaborative working

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

GCSE equivalent

A-Level or equivalent desirable

Job description

Procurement Coordinator
Plymouth | Permanent | Monday to Friday
Great benefits and opportunity for career development
Salary: please contact Butler Rose to discuss

Butler Rose are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a prestigious and well-established manufacturing business in the Plymouth area. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected employer, taking on a pivotal role within their Procurement function.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Coordinator will play a key part in supporting supplier relationships and ensuring all purchasing requirements are managed effectively. This position would suit an organised and driven individual who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

The Role

As Procurement Coordinator, you will:

• Place purchase orders with suppliers in line with forecast and demand data.
• Manage the full administration of purchasing processes, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work closely with Planning, Production, and Customer Services to maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Liaise across departments to coordinate order confirmations, amendments, and product details.
• Arrange and track transport of goods, ensuring timely and cost‑effective deliveries.
• Expedite orders where necessary to minimise shortages.
• Monitor stock quality and waste, raising discrepancies with suppliers where needed.
• Support supplier relationship development under supervision and provide advice on procurement matters.
• Contribute to departmental KPIs around on‑time, on‑budget purchasing and stock optimisation.

About You

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate:

• Strong organisational and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Confidence with numerical problem solving.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Good standard of education (GCSE essential; A-Level or equivalent desirable).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English.

What's on Offer

• The chance to work with a prestigious manufacturer with an outstanding reputation.
• A supportive team environment where your contribution will make a real difference.
• Monday to Friday working pattern, providing excellent work‑life balance.

If you are highly organised, motivated, and looking to develop your career in procurement with a renowned employer, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now

Apply now through Butler Rose to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.