Production & Procurement Coordinator

One Way Resourcing; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A main contracting company in the UK is seeking a Production & Procurement Coordinator to oversee procurement processes and enhance project profitability. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction industry and be skilled in logistics management and supplier negotiation. Responsibilities include supporting live projects and managing urgent procurement needs, ensuring efficiency and budget compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience working for a main contractor in a similar role.
• Ability to carry out buying exercises and manage procurement processes.
• Strong organizational skills for logistics and material management.

Responsibilities

• Carry out buying exercises during tender stages.
• Lead post-award procurement to improve project margins.
• Source and evaluate subcontractors and suppliers.
• Support production team with materials and logistics.
• Manage urgent procurement needs on site.

Skills

Experience in procurement

Negotiation skills

Supply chain management

Job description

Production & Procurement Coordinator required for main contractor based in the Wandsworth area. The Production & Procurement Coordinator will ideally have experience working for a main contractor.

• Carry out buying exercises during tender stages by obtaining and comparing competitive quotes across all required packages.
• Lead post-award procurement to improve project margins through smarter sourcing of labour, materials, and specialist trades.
• Source, contact, and evaluate subcontractors and suppliers for both planned and reactive project requirements.
• Support the production team by organising materials, equipment, deliveries, and logistics for live projects.
• Manage urgent procurement needs when issues arise on site, ensuring works are delivered quickly and within budget.