Procurement Coordinator – Roofing & Cladding

Henley Chase; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase is seeking an experienced Purchasing / Procurement Coordinator for our Southend-on-Sea office. You will manage purchasing activities, control project budgets, and support pre-construction and live projects within our construction team.

You will work closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure materials are procured efficiently, costs stay under control, and projects receive the right products at the right time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a purchasing or procurement role within the construction industry.
• Experience procuring construction materials for live projects.
• Knowledge of external building packages such as Roofing, Cladding, Windows & Doors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Experience carrying out material take-offs.
• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to visit sites when required.
• CIPS qualification desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders in line with project programmes and company procurement strategies.
• Assist with achieving supplier rebate targets through strategic purchasing.
• Monitor and control procurement budgets against tender allowances.
• Manage procurement documentation, including material schedules, delivery schedules and live hire reports.
• Support the pre-construction team with supplier enquiries and pricing during tender stages.
• Resolve supplier invoice queries quickly and efficiently.
• Carry out stock checks and maximise the use of existing materials across projects.
• Liaise with suppliers, site teams and internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Visit sites when required to review material requirements and support procurement activities.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Budget management

Communication

Reading drawings

Take-offs

Driving licence

Education

CIPS qualification desirable

Job description

Henley Chase is seeking an experienced Purchasing / Procurement Coordinator for our Southend-on-Sea office. You will manage purchasing activities, control project budgets, and support pre-construction and live projects within our construction team.

You will work closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure materials are procured efficiently, costs stay under control, and projects receive the right products at the right time.