Purchasing Coordinator

Vertu Motors; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Colleague vehicle purchase scheme

Preferential rates on parts, servicing

Rewards platform discounts

Training & development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Enhanced maternity and paternity

Wellbeing support / EAP

Job summary

Vertu Motors is seeking a highly organised Purchasing Coordinator to join the Head Office Purchasing team in Gateshead. You will support the rollout of BMS optimisation, monitor energy savings and ROI, and help maximise efficiency across the dealership network.

You will also assist the EV charging helpdesk, coordinate with suppliers, track availability and issue resolution, and contribute to supplier performance and cost-saving projects across the Group.

Qualifications

• Highly organised and analytical
• Strong Excel knowledge
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• Commercial mindset with cost-management focus
• Ability to work across departments and with external suppliers

Responsibilities

• Coordinate rollout and performance of BMS optimisation systems
• Monitor energy savings and ROI; manage deployment schedules
• Support EV charging helpdesk; liaise with suppliers and maintenance providers
• Support supplier management, contract administration and commercial reviews
• Produce reports on energy savings, BMS performance and EV charging operations

Skills

Organisational skills

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Commercial mindset

Collaborative work

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are currently looking for a highly organised and commercially minded Purchasing Coordinator to join our Head Office Purchasing team in Gateshead. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Group's energy efficiency initiatives, EV charging infrastructure and wider purchasing activities. You'll work closely with suppliers and dealership teams across the business to drive operational improvements, deliver cost savings and ensure excellent service delivery. About the Role Reporting into the Purchasing team, you will coordinate the implementation and ongoing performance of the Group's Building Management System (BMS) optimisation technology, helping maximise energy savings and return on investment across our dealership network. Alongside this, you will support the day-to-day operation of our EV charging helpdesk, liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently and maintain high levels of charging point availability. The role will also provide support across broader purchasing activities, supplier management and contract administration.

Building Management System (BMS) Coordination

• Coordinate the rollout and implementation of BMS optimisation systems across the Group.
• Manage deployment schedules to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Monitor energy savings, system performance and return on investment.
• Work closely with suppliers and dealerships to resolve issues and optimise performance.
• Analyse data to identify trends, efficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Escalate and manage underperforming systems to ensure timely resolution.

EV Charging Helpdesk Support

• Support the day-to-day operation of the Group's EV charging helpdesk.
• Coordinate with suppliers and maintenance providers to ensure faults are resolved quickly.
• Track charging point availability, performance and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting to support continuous improvement.
• Assist with the ongoing expansion and development of EV charging infrastructure.

Supplier & Purchasing Support

• Support supplier management activities across key purchasing categories.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with contract administration, supplier performance monitoring and commercial reviews.
• Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and purchasing projects across the Group.

Reporting & Analysis

• Produce regular reports on energy savings, BMS performance and EV charging operations.
• Analyse data to identify efficiencies and cost reduction opportunities.
• Support benchmarking and value-for-money assessments across supplier categories.

To be successful in this role, you will be highly organised, analytical and confident working with data. You will enjoy building relationships, solving problems and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You will ideally have:

• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent analytical skills and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• A commercial mindset with an interest in cost management and operational performance.
• The ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external suppliers.

At Vertu, we are proud to be one of the UK's largest motor retailers, representing over 30 of the world's leading automotive brands. We are committed to investing in our colleagues, creating a supportive environment where you can develop your career and make a real impact.

In addition to a competitive salary of £27,000, you will receive:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Colleague vehicle purchase scheme.
• Preferential rates on vehicle parts, servicing and repairs.
• Access to our online rewards platform offering retailer discounts and cashback.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Career progression opportunities within one of the UK's leading automotive retail groups.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
• Access to wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.