Procurement Coordinator - 12 month mat cover

Energy Assets Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-utility infrastructure business in Brighton is seeking a proactive Procurement Coordinator to support the Procurement & Logistics team. The role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of procurement and excellent communication skills. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

30 days annual leave

Collaborative working environment

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of procurement, commercial, and logistics operations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

Responsibilities

• Support the Category Buyer in procuring materials and services.
• Raise and expedite purchase orders.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Verify supplier certifications and ensure compliance.
• Monitor and manage stock levels.

Skills

Procurement understanding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Energy Assets

Founded in 2005, Energy Assets is one of the UK’s leading independent multi-utility infrastructure businesses. We work with energy suppliers, developers, and utility contractors to deliver innovative, compliant, and sustainable network services nationwide.

Across our group businesses, we design, build, own and operate metering, data, and network solutions that power communities and enable smarter, more efficient energy use.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive Procurement Coordinator to join our Procurement & Logistics team in Sheffield. You’ll play an important part in ensuring materials and equipment are sourced efficiently and delivered on time to support operational requirements across the Group.

Reporting to the Category Buyer, you’ll help maintain effective supplier relationships, manage stock levels, and provide administrative and analytical support to keep procurement activity running smoothly and compliantly.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Category Buyer in procuring materials and services to meet operational demand.
• Raise and expedite purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and accurate documentation.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and communicate delivery status updates across departments.
• Verify supplier certifications and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Monitor and manage stock levels in line with company stock policy and objectives.
• Investigate and resolve invoice or pricing discrepancies, liaising with suppliers and accounts.
• Report on aged stock and support process improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Provide general administrative and reporting support to the procurement function.
• (Please note: this list is not exhaustive and additional duties may be required in line with business needs.)

What We’re Looking For

• Sound understanding of procurement, commercial, and logistics operations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational and time management skills – able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Self‑motivated, with good initiative and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong sense of accountability and commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Energy Assets?

Working with us means being part of a dynamic and growing business where you can make a real impact. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 30 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Access to learning and development to help you reach your full potential.