Procurement Officer

Reed; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Career development opportunities

Company benefits package

Job summary

Reed in Folkestone, Kent is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to oversee sourcing of materials, supplier relationships, and stock management for a busy manufacturing operation. The role reports to the Supply Chain / Operations team and focuses on timely delivery, cost efficiency, and accurate record-keeping.

The ideal candidate will bring manufacturing procurement experience, strong negotiation and IT skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain role.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach.
• CIPS qualification or studying towards CIPS (desirable).
• Experience with stock control and inventory management (desirable).
• Knowledge of manufacturing supply chains and procurement best practices (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Managing the procurement of raw materials, components, and consumables.
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Raising and processing purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Negotiating pricing, lead times, and supplier contracts.
• Monitoring inventory levels and coordinating stock replenishment.
• Working closely with production, warehouse, and planning teams.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Resolving supplier issues and delivery discrepancies.
• Producing procurement reports and maintaining accurate records.

Skills

Procurement experience

Manufacturing experience

Negotiation

Supplier management

Organisational skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Education

CIPS qualification or studying towards CIPS

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Procurement Officer

Folkestone, Kent

Up to GBP36,000 per annum

Full Time 40 Hours per Week

Office Based

Manufacturing Sector

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for your next opportunity?

A well-established manufacturing business in Folkestone is seeking a driven and organised Procurement Coordinator / Procurement Officer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to play a vital role in supporting business operations, supplier relationships, and stock management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Role

Reporting into the Supply Chain / Operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring materials and products are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and delivered on time to support production requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the procurement of raw materials, components, and consumables


• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships


• Raising and processing purchase orders accurately and efficiently


• Negotiating pricing, lead times, and supplier contracts


• Monitoring inventory levels and coordinating stock replenishment


• Working closely with production, warehouse, and planning teams


• Identifying cost-saving opportunities and process improvements


• Resolving supplier issues and delivery discrepancies


• Producing procurement reports and maintaining accurate records

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience within a Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain role


• Experience working within a manufacturing environment


• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills


• Excellent organisational and planning abilities


• High attention to detail and accuracy


• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems


• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines


• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach

Desirable:

• CIPS qualification or studying towards CIPS


• Experience with stock control and inventory management


• Knowledge of manufacturing supply chains and procurement best practices

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to GBP36,000 per annum


• Full-time permanent position working 40 hours per week


• Opportunity to join a growing and successful manufacturing company


• Career development and progression opportunities


• Supportive team environment


• Company benefits package


• Free on-site parking

If you have procurement experience and are looking to join a thriving manufacturing business where your contribution will make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.