Purchasing and supply chain coordinator

Siamo Recruitment a division of Siamo Group; Cirencester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid pattern (2 days from home)

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Private Healthcare – Bupa & Health SHI

Health Shield Cash Plan

Onsite parking

Job summary

Siamo Recruitment a division of Siamo Group is seeking an ambitious Supply Chain or Procurement Coordinator for a growing technology-focused business in Cirencester. You will work closely with the Operations Director to manage supplier relationships, support procurement strategies, and oversee purchasing and stock planning to improve efficiency across the supply chain.

The role offers variety and responsibility, with hybrid working patterns and a focus on delivering tangible improvements in

Qualifications

• Procurement, purchasing, supply chain or operations coordination experience.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint; data analysis and supply chain modelling.
• Experience using ERP systems and procurement applications, ideally Sage ERP or similar.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships across the business.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to prepare and develop contracts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities across a range of technology products and suppliers.
• Support sourcing initiatives through market research, supplier evaluation, and data analysis.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support business objectives.
• Assist with supplier negotiations, pricing reviews and contract administration.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times and delivery schedules.
• Support inventory planning, forecasting and buffer stock strategies.
• Produce reports, analysis and recommendations to support procurement decisions.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into supply chain solutions.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ERP system data.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

PowerPoint

ERP systems

Negotiation

Contract management

Data analysis

Supply chain modelling

Tools

Sage ERP

Job description

We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Supply Chain or Procurement professional to join a growing business in the fast-paced technology sector. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career and get involved in developing and improving the way procurement and supply chain operations are managed.

As the purchasing and supply chain coordinator you will be working closely with the Operations Director and wider business, you will play an important role in managing supplier relationships, supporting procurement strategies, overseeing purchasing and stock planning, and finding ways to improve efficiency across the supply chain.

The role offers variety and responsibility, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact on day-to-day operations while helping to shape and develop the supply chain as the business continues to grow.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, including a one-hour unpaid lunch break.

Benefits

• Hybrid Working Pattern (offering 2 days working from home)
• Annual leave- 23 days + bank holidays
• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Private Healthcare – Bupa & Health Shield
• Health Shield Cash Plan
• Onsite parking

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities across a range of technology products and suppliers.
• Support sourcing initiatives through market research, supplier evaluation, and data analysis.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support business objectives.
• Assist with supplier negotiations, pricing reviews and contract administration.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times and delivery schedules.
• Support inventory planning, forecasting and buffer stock strategies.
• Produce reports, analysis and recommendations to support procurement decisions.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into supply chain solutions.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ERP system data.

Requirements

As the purchasing and supply chain coordinator you are required to hold the below:

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or operations coordination.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills, including experience in data analysis and supply chain modelling.
• Strong experience using ERP systems and procurement applications, ideally Sage ERP or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across the business.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to prepare and develop contracts.
• Likeminded job titles - Supply Chain Coordinator, Purchasing Coordinator, Procurement Coordinator, Supply Chain Administrator, Purchasing Administrator and Assistant Buyer