Purchasing Co-Ordinator

Victorian Plumbing; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Colleague Bistro

In-house Costa Coffee

Job summary

Victorian Plumbing in Leyland is seeking a Purchasing Co-ordinator to balance demand with inventory, ensuring products are manufactured and delivered on time in a fast-paced environment. You will own demand forecasting, scheduling, and end-to-end delivery, coordinating with international suppliers and internal teams to optimise stock levels and reduce bottlenecks.

The role requires strong data analytics, proficiency with spreadsheets, and the ability to communicate across cultures; knowledge of

Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting, production scheduling, placing orders, and maintaining immaculate tracking records.
• Strong data analysis and Excel skills.
• Knowledge of Incoterms and international shipping.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Forecast demand and schedule orders to balance stock.
• Monitor production timelines with international suppliers.
• Coordinate inbound logistics to match warehouse capacity.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to streamline supply chain.
• Analyze supply chain data to create actionable purchasing plans.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Scheduling

Inventory management

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Ready to make a splash in global procurement?

At VictorianPlumbing.co.uk, business is absolutely booming, and we are looking for a data-driven, highly organised Purchasing Co-ordinator to join our fast-paced team in Leyland! If you know how to balance inventory perfectly, love diving deep into numbers, and want to keep our supply chain flowing seamlessly, this is the perfect place to anchor your career.

Reporting directly to the Head of Purchasing, you will own the critical balance between consumer demand and inventory control. This isn't just about ticking boxes and raising orders—you will be the mastermind ensuring our products are manufactured, shipped, and delivered right on time.

Perks of the Pipeline: Life at Victorian Plumbing

We believe a happy team is a productive team, which is why our Leyland office is fully equipped to keep you feeling refreshed and re-energised. Forget standard office setups—when you join us, you’ll get access to:

• Our On-site Gym: Work up a sweat before work or smash a lunchtime workout without leaving the building.

• The Colleague Bistro: Fuel your day with delicious, freshly prepared meals without having to worry about meal prep.

• In-house Costa Coffee: Need a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon caffeine boost? We’ve got your favourite brews right on tap.

The Role: What’s in your pipeline?

We don’t like to pipe-dream; we like results! You will take full responsibility for managing demand and scheduling, ensuring our stock levels hit the absolute sweet spot for everyday consumer demand, major promotions, and exciting new product introductions.

Your day-to-day will involve:

• Mastering Demand & Forecasting: Constantly analysing data to forecast needs and schedule orders. You will maintain the ultimate inventory balancing act—ensuring we never run dry on stock while avoiding over-saturation.

• End-to-End Delivery Ownership: You don't just raise POs and walk away. It is your responsibility to monitor production timelines with international suppliers and ensure products are manufactured and shipped in a timely manner.

• Capacity & Operations Alignment: Keeping a close eye on incoming logistics. You’ll ensure the volume of incoming shipments aligns perfectly with the capacity of our internal operations and warehouse teams to prevent bottlenecks.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working hand-in-hand with key internal and external stakeholders to keep communication transparent and the supply chain completely streamlined.

• Data Manipulation: Diving into the numbers daily to interpret, read, and manipulate supply chain data, turning raw figures into actionable purchasing schedules.

Are you the perfect fit?

Data is the lifeblood of this role. If you have a sharp analytical mind, brilliant communication skills, and thrive when spinning multiple plates in a fast-paced environment, you’ll fit right into our team dynamic.

Here is what we are looking for:

• The Data Guru (Key Requirement): Exceptional ability to read, interpret, and manipulate data. You must be comfortable handling complex spreadsheets and supply chain metrics.

• The Essentials: Proven experience in forecasting, production scheduling, placing orders, and maintaining immaculate tracking records.

• Import Savvy: A solid understanding of worldwide shipping, customs regulations, documentation, and Incoterms to ensure smooth international transit.

• Global Communicator: Brilliant written and verbal communication skills. You know how to build strong relationships and adapt to different cultural norms. A second language is desirable but not essential!

• Sharp Business Acumen: A natural focus on cost optimisation, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency.