Senior Purchasing Coordinator

Pineapple Furniture; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pineapple Furniture is seeking a Senior Purchasing Coordinator to ensure efficient procurement of materials in a fast-paced environment. This role involves managing supplier relationships, monitoring stock levels, and negotiating prices to optimize costs. Join a leading company and contribute to innovative furniture solutions while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Pension scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Extra day off for birthday

Workplace nursery scheme

Company volunteering days

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing experience ideally within a manufacturing background.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems preferred.
• Strong numerical skills and excellent IT skills, particularly Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Daily running of MRP system to generate purchase orders.
• Liaising with suppliers regarding delivery lead-times.
• Maintaining and analysing system stock levels.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Education

GCSE minimum C grade in English & Maths

Tools

MRP/ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Senior Purchasing Co-ordinator

LOCATION:

Aylesford, Kent

WORKING HOURS:

8am - 4.30pm

Are you an experienced procurement professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for efficiency? We're looking for a Senior Purchasing Coordinator to play a vital role in ensuring that goods, materials, and components are sourced at the right cost, quality, and delivery standards—especially during our busiest periods. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to meeting critical deadlines, we want to hear from you!

Some Of Your Key Responsibilities

• Daily running of our MRP system to generate purchase and work orders to send to suppliers and internal departments
• Maintaining and analysing system stock levels, comparing against sales forecasting needs and any economic situations which may adversely affect our supply chain
• Liaising with suppliers regarding delivery lead-times ensuring any changes or delays are efficiently communicated internally to minimise disruption to customer delivery requirements.
• Alongside the Purchasing Manager, negotiating with suppliers on any price increases and identifying savings where possible
• Maintaining the costing database promptly and accurately to avoid invoice queries
• Main point of contact for day-to-day internal purchasing queries
• Resolving issues relating to planning conflicts & issues
• Assist with Goods In requests from suppliers, liaising with the Goods In Team as necessary
• Continuously monitor and record supplier performance, dealing with poor service delivery promptly and professionally
• Ensure all purchase orders are placed within 48 hours of suggested demand, reacting sooner if required during peak times
• Ensure OTIF for all deliveries and immediately deal with any shortages notified by the warehouse
• Work closely with the warehouse team and resolve issues with the suppliers when stock discrepancies arise, including matters such as incorrect product received, poor paperwork, unannounced deliveries, and no-shows

Requirements

• Previous Purchasing experience ideally within a manufacturing background.
• Excellent IT and Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook and Excel, with the capability to use and manage tasks through an MRP system
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems preferred
• GCSE minimum C grade in English & Maths with strong numerical skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure, to exceptionally tight deadlines, with a meticulous eye for detail
• Ability to interpret designs & technical drawings
• An understanding of procurement and supply chain principles
• Happy to work to tight deadlines with exceptional time-management skills
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Efficient, accurate, and disciplined process-driven administration skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and projects with potentially conflicting requirements
• Driven, exceeding goals, handling pressure, anticipating & removing barriers
• Committed to improvement, working to strengths & overcoming weaknesses, seeking and accepting feedback and challenges
• Open and effective team communicator, giving assistance or information, considering the needs of and working well with others
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Embodies our company values: teamwork, commitment, ownership, positivity, and responsiveness.

Why work for us

Pineapple is a leader in designing and manufacturing innovative furniture solutions for challenging environments. A family-run company founded in 1975, Pineapple is now a global business with headquarters in Kent (UK) and offices in France, Germany, and the USA.

We uphold the ethos of creating mindfully designed furniture that works effortlessly, looks great, and fosters a calm, supportive environment. Join Pineapple and contribute to a team dedicated to quality, innovation, sustainability, and exceptional customer care.

Benefits

What we offer you

• We were proudly featured in The Sunday Times as one of the Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025
• Competitive pay
• Pension scheme
• A Healthcare Cash Plan for medical expenses, dental, optical services, and discounts
• 23 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
• An extra day's leave for your birthday
• Workplace nursery scheme
• Environmental contribution: planting a tree in your honor for all new starters
• Sustainability-focused business
• Regular team socials and events, including summer and Christmas parties
• Monthly pizza Fridays
• Free fruit, snacks, hot drinks, and cold beverages daily
• Employee referrals bonus scheme
• Company volunteering days
• High-quality office environment
• Free onsite parking / proximity to train station

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Agencies, we know where you are if we need support. Thank you for your interest in working with Pineapple.