Purchasing Coordinator

Khr - Recruitment Specialists; Chestfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Referral programme

x1.5 overtime rate

Annual salary reviews

Company events and activities

Private healthcare

Job summary

KH Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Purchasing Coordinator for a Rochester site. The role focuses on timely, cost-effective procurement from approved suppliers, working cross-departmentally to support manufacturing operations and drive supply-chain improvements.

You will source materials, negotiate pricing, monitor supplier performance, and manage stock with production and warehouse teams while ensuring compliance and records accuracy. 37.5hpw, £26,000–£30,000pa.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of procurement experience.
• Manufacturing, Engineering or FMCG background.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience sourcing materials and/or packaging within the UK and internationally.
• Understanding of inventory management and supply chain risk management.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials and packaging from approved suppliers.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to secure pricing and supply.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with production and warehouse to manage stock levels.
• Track purchase orders for timely deliveries and minimised delays.
• Assist in cost analysis and identify savings opportunities.
• Support finance with invoice reconciliation and resolving discrepancies.
• Coordinate with sales, NPD and quality teams for new product development and approvals.
• Liaise with logistics and warehouse for smooth material handling.
• Maintain purchasing records and supplier documentation.
• Keep up to date with industry trends and supplier risks.
• Maintain supplier certifications and agreements.

Skills

Procurement experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Purchasing Coordinator
Rochester | Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (37.5hpw) | £26,000 – £30,000pa

KHR is partnering with a distinguished manufacturer who is on the hunt for a highly efficient Purchasing Coordinator based from their modern site in Rochester.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing businesses in Kent who are passionate about their employees, products and customers.

Position Overview

As a Purchasing Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and packaging from approved suppliers. You will work closely with various departments, including production, warehouse, finance, sales, NPD, and quality teams, to support the company’s manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement in the supply chain.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials and packaging from approved suppliers
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable supply
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve supply issues, and ensure compliance with industry regulations
• Work with production and warehouse teams to manage stock levels and prevent shortages
• Track purchase orders to ensure timely deliveries and minimise production delays
• Assist in cost analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Support finance in invoice reconciliation and resolving discrepancies
• Coordinate with sales, NPD, and quality teams to support new product development and ingredient approvals
• Liaise with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure smooth material handling and storage
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, reports, and supplier documentation
• Keep up to date with industry trends, supplier markets, and potential supply chain risks
• Maintain purchasing databases and ensure supplier certifications and agreements are up to date

Candidate Profile

• 2+ years of procurement/purchasing experience
• Manufacturing, Engineering or FMCG background
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in sourcing materials and/or packaging within the UK and internationally
• Understanding of inventory management, specifications, Certificates of Analysis, and supply chain risk management

• Company events and activities
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Referral programme
• x1.5 overtime rate
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (+ an extra day for each year of service, capped at 1 week)
• Service rewards
• Private healthcare
• Annual salary reviews

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd