Strategic Procurement Specialist

Smurfit Westrock; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider located in York, UK, is looking for a Purchase Coordinator to manage ordering consumables and ensure compliance with purchasing policies. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of experience in purchasing, excellent negotiation skills, and an understanding of supply chain processes. This position involves collaborating with multiple departments, maintaining stock levels, and driving improvements in purchasing practices. Join a team committed to sustainable solutions and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in purchasing, ideally in manufacturing.
• Skills in statistical and trend analysis.
• Ability to develop relationships across departments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely ordering of production consumables.
• Raise and complete purchase orders according to procedures.
• Negotiate purchase orders to meet lead times.
• Record stock levels and maintain accurate ERP system.
• Support continuous improvement and cost-savings initiatives.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Commercial acumen

Organisational skills

Education

Graduate calibre

MCIPS qualification

Job description

A leading packaging solutions provider located in York, UK, is looking for a Purchase Coordinator to manage ordering consumables and ensure compliance with purchasing policies. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of experience in purchasing, excellent negotiation skills, and an understanding of supply chain processes. This position involves collaborating with multiple departments, maintaining stock levels, and driving improvements in purchasing practices. Join a team committed to sustainable solutions and operational excellence.