Procurement Coordinator

Wilson James; Tendring; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement service provider in Westcliff-on-Sea seeks a proactive Procurement Coordinator to support its growing team. The role involves managing purchase orders, engaging stakeholders, and assisting with data analysis while fostering strong relationships internally and with suppliers. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational skills, effective communication abilities, and a desire to advance their procurement knowledge.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement of 22 days

Lifestyle benefits

Learning & Development opportunities

Health and Wellbeing support

Discounts on retail sites

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop procurement knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders for goods and services.
• Build relationships with internal teams for procurement alignment.
• Assist with tendering and sourcing activities.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication

Good basic IT skills (Word, Excel)

Customer service

Team player

Tools

SAP

Other ERP systems

Job description

Permanent

Location: Westcliff-on-Sea, office based

Hours: Full time - 5 days a week, Monday - Friday

Pay: £28,808 per annum

Join Our Team as a Procurement Coordinator

Wilson James is seeking a proactive and organised Procurement Coordinator to support our growing procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and an interest in procurement to take the next step in their career.

You'll play a key role in placing orders, supporting sourcing projects, and keeping procurement processes running smoothly — all while collaborating closely with both internal teams and suppliers.

About The Role

As a Procurement Coordinator you will be responsible for:

• Place Orders: Raise and manage purchase orders for goods and services across the business.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build great relationships with internal teams to ensure procurement aligns with business priorities.
• Project Support: Assist with tendering and sourcing activities, including preparing documents and compiling reports.
• Data Analysis: Interpret procurement reports (SAP) to support smarter decision-making.
• Template & Document Management: Maintain procurement templates and documentation.
• SharePoint Maintenance: Keep our Procurement SharePoint site up to date and user-friendly.
• Suggest Improvements: Recommend alternative approved suppliers or process efficiencies.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Annual leave entitlement of 22 days per annum
• Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme.
• Learning & Development – we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.
• Health and Wellbeing – Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists
• Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents.
• Financial support
• Discounts on hundreds of retail sites
• Progression opportunities – many of our team go on to senior and site management roles
• A welcoming, respectful team culture
• Cycle to Work scheme
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good basic IT skills (Word, Excel)
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service
• Willingness to learn and develop procurement knowledge
  
  

Preferred (But Not Essential)

• Experience in a procurement or purchasing environment
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems
  
  

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability

Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications

Internal Applicants

At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenges.

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Westcliff

Wilson James Ltd, Chalkwell Lawns, 648-656 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK, SS0 9HR

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