Purchasing & Dispatch Coordinator

AWD online; Amersham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Amersham is seeking a motivated Purchasing & Dispatch Coordinator. This part-time role involves managing supplier orders, stock control, and supporting logistics in a busy environment. Candidates should have previous purchasing and logistics experience, along with strong organization and communication skills. The position offers a salary of £25,360 pro rata for 30 hours a week plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, stock control, supply chain or logistics.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills to liaise with colleagues and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check and process all deliveries for the clinic.
• Pack and send daily parcels including orthotics and prosthetic items.
• Maintain accurate stock control and regular stock checks.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Stock control

Logistics knowledge

Strong organization skills

Communication skills

Tools

Order processing systems

SAP

Job description

Purchasing & Dispatch Coordinator

Great opportunity for a motivated professional with stock control, purchasing and logistics experience to join a supportive healthcare environment.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Supply Chain Assistant, Purchasing Assistant, Stock Controller

SALARY: £25,360 pro rata (Actual Salary for 30 Hours per Week, £20,288 per annum) + Benefits

LOCATION: Amersham, Buckinghamshire

JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 30 Hours per Week, Monday, 8:30am – 3pm, Tuesday to Friday, 9am – 3:30pm

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Purchasing & Dispatch Coordinator.

As a Purchasing & Dispatch Coordinator you will support clinical, technical and administrative teams with purchasing, stock management and dispatch. You will handle supplier orders, manage deliveries and returns, and coordinate aftersales and warranty processes.

As a Purchasing & Dispatch Coordinator you will also take responsibility for stock control, inventory management, replenishment and routine checks, ensuring efficiency across the clinic.

This role would suit someone with excellent organisation skills, knowledge of procurement, supply chain or logistics, and the ability to work effectively in a busy, customer-focused healthcare environment.

APPLY TODAY

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DUTIES

Your duties as the Purchasing & Dispatch Coordinator include:

• Goods Processing: Receive, check and process all deliveries for the clinic
• Parcel Dispatch: Pack and send daily parcels including orthotics and prosthetic items by courier or post
• Stock Management: Maintain accurate stock control, rotation, replenishment and regular stock checks
• Supplier Orders: Raise purchase orders, monitor outstanding orders and update colleagues on lead times
• Returns Handling: Process warranty returns, service and loaned items back to manufacturers
• Aftersales Support: Track service schedules and prepare warranty documentation
• Housekeeping Duties: Ensure stock areas are maintained in an organised, safe and efficient manner

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in purchasing, stock control, supply chain or logistics
• Strong organisation skills with attention to detail
• Good communication skills to liaise with colleagues, suppliers and couriers
• Experience with order processing systems (knowledge of SAP desirable)
• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a busy environment
• A proactive approach with problem-solving skills

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13917