Procurement Coordinator - Data-Driven & Impactful

PZ Cussons plc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension

Life assurance

Share incentive plan

Private medical cover

Flexible holiday options

Hybrid/electric car scheme

Cycle to work

Discounted and complimentary PZ goods

Onsite gym

Job summary

PZ Cussons plc in Manchester is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to help keep key supply chains moving, across raw materials, packaging and third-party suppliers. The role involves supporting procurement strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams and turning data into insight to drive value.

You will gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing, sourcing and procurement operations while contributing to cost saving initiatives, risk management and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, purchasing or a related commercial environment.
• Degree-level education or equivalent practical experience.
• CIPS Level 3/4 qualification, or a desire to work towards MCIPS, would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills with confidence using Excel and PowerPoint to turn data into meaningful insights.

Responsibilities

• Help deliver procurement strategies that strengthen supplier performance, improve efficiency and support a resilient supply base across key categories.
• Play an important role in bringing new products to market by coordinating supplier onboarding, packaging developments and raw material changes with cross-functional teams.
• Use data and procurement insights to identify opportunities for cost savings, value creation and process improvements that support business performance.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, helping to track performance, resolve challenges and keep projects moving forward.
• Support effective risk management by monitoring market trends, maintaining accurate procurement information and highlighting potential supply risks early.
• Gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing, sourcing and procurement operations while supporting tenders, benchmarking activities and innovation projects.

Skills

Procurement experience

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree-level education

CIPS level (advantageous)

Tools

SAP/ERP

Job description

PZ Cussons plc in Manchester is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to help keep key supply chains moving, across raw materials, packaging and third-party suppliers. The role involves supporting procurement strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams and turning data into insight to drive value.

You will gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing, sourcing and procurement operations while contributing to cost saving initiatives, risk management and continuous improvement.