Purchasing Coordinator

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Work Schedule: Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £33,000 Location: Burton upon Trent Hybrid Working: Available after probation SF Recruitment is excited to partner with a fast-growing business in Burton upon Trent to recruit a Purchasing Co-ordinator. This full-time, permanent role offers a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in purchasing who is ready for a new challenge. The role reports directly to the Strategic Buyer and will play a crucial part in supporting the development and implementation of procurement strategies. Role Overview: In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring that procurement and commercial activities align with the company's objectives. You'll manage supplier relationships, oversee purchasing for various materials, and work closely with engineering managers and project teams to ensure timely and efficient delivery of resources. Key Responsibilities: -Raise Purchase Orders through the system, ensuring compliance with company processes. -Collaborate with Project Schedulers and teams to identify and address labour, equipment, and material needs. -Coordinate the delivery of resources, ensuring everything arrives on time, in full, and meets quality and safety standards. -Maintain accurate procurement records in line with business, health and safety, and legislative requirements. -Monitor and assess supplier performance, working closely with the engineering team to negotiate discounts and optimise supplier relationships. -Produce performance reports for suppliers and external labour. -Work with Finance to ensure invoices align with purchase orders. -Support the induction process for subcontractors and external labour. Qualifications & Skills: -Experience in procurement or buying (in engineering or a related field would be desirable) -Strong written and verbal communication skills. -Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management abilities. -Strong project management and multitasking skills. -Proficiency in MS Office and strong numerical skills. -Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and risk management processes. Ready to Apply? If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, get in touch today for more details or to apply!