Purchasing Coordinator

HIRING PEOPLE; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading packaging company as a Purchasing Coordinator. This hands-on role involves managing stock control, procurement, and supplier communications. Ideal for detail-oriented individuals with strong analytical skills, you will support a smooth-running supply chain operation in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Casual dress

Subsidised private health care

Vibrant and dynamic working environment

Qualifications

• Strong Excel, analytical, and communication skills.
• GCSE Mathematics (Grade B or above) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support stock forecasting and purchasing based on sales trends.
• Raise and manage purchase orders, cost pricing, and invoice records.
• Maintain supplier relationships and performance tracking.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Detail-focused

Education

GCSE Mathematics (Grade B or above)

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Join Our Supply Chain Team - Keep Operations Flowing Smoothly

At Rocaba Packaging, we're committed to delivering high-quality packaging solutions with efficiency, accuracy, and innovation. We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to help us manage the flow of goods, support stock replenishment, and maintain a smooth-running supply chain operation.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, a head for numbers, and a natural ability to multitask across teams. If you're looking to build your career in purchasing and logistics within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you'll play a key role in managing stock control, procurement documentation, and supplier communications. Your work will help shape effective forecasting, cost accuracy, and delivery performance across multiple sales channels. You'll also liaise with teams across Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, and Warehousing to ensure supply meets demand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support stock forecasting and purchasing based on sales trends and budget targets
• Raise and manage purchase orders, cost pricing, and invoice records
• Track import shipments and ensure accurate documentation and landed cost calculations
• Maintain supplier relationships, performance tracking, and delivery compliance
• Analyse procurement and inventory data using Excel and other tools to inform decisions
• Coordinate with internal teams to align stock levels, transfer goods, and meet operational goals
• Maintain accurate product specifications, order records, and catalogue data
• Produce management reports and supplier scorecards to drive performance improvements
• Assist with pricing uploads, stock allocations, and weekly reporting for wholesale performance
• Ensure all purchasing activities adhere to company policies, legal requirements, and H&S standards

What You'll Bring:

Essential:

• GCSE Mathematics (Grade B or above) or equivalent
• Strong Excel, analytical, and communication skills
• Organised, methodical, and detail-focused with solid administrative ability
• Comfortable working across teams and managing multiple priorities

Desirable:

• Degree in a relevant field
• Background in e-commerce, logistics, or warehousing

Your Attributes:

• Self-motivated and dependable
• Strong numerical and data-handling skills
• Patient and accurate under pressure
• Adaptable and quick to learn new systems
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills

Why Join Rocaba Packaging?

We offer more than just a job - we offer the chance to make a real impact. Be part of a company that values precision, collaboration, and development. You'll work with a supportive team, gain valuable cross-functional experience, and contribute to the growth of a dynamic business.

Benefits:

• Career development opportunities
• Casual dress
• Subsidised private health care
• Vibrant and dynamic working environment

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today and join Rocaba Packaging as our next Purchasing Coordinator.