Average Procurement Coordinator salary in the UK

Our client is a market leader in their industry and looking to recruit a Procurement Coordinator who will play a vital role in the department. Responsible for a diverse range of tasks surrounding procurement, inventory planning, strategic inventory management, costs save initiatives along with other daily assignments within the Department for the UK and Europe divisions. The focus is to ensure all customer orders can be delivered 100% on time and complete, whilst driving for overall value by optimizing quality, service, cost, and inventory. Essentials: Experience and knowledge of buying/sourcing and Purchasing Experience.Adaptability and ability to multitask and work on own as well as within a team.Able to understand Engineering drawings to discuss internally as well as with outside vendors.Able to identify issues early and quickly take appropriate steps to address them.Build strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers through effective verbal and written communication. Experience performing in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, and time-sensitive environment.Proficient at thinking and acting strategically, championing change, and generating innovative solutions.Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills to manage and resolve highly complex business issues.Strong project management, negotiations, and communication skillsPositive attitude - committed to driving change and improvements.High accuracy, attention to detail and numerate. Key Activities: Develop strong relations with all assigned suppliers to the business and drive a policy of 'best product - best price’ with service to and on-time delivery to match, including annual visits and tooling check.Full understanding of tooling, capacity, and inventory requirements for all assigned suppliersRaise purchase orders and manage on time delivery of required inventory and non-inventory items.Issue formal tenders to assigned suppliers as needed and negotiate cost downs.Have back up plans/plan b’s for any supply chain issuesThe GP system is up to date with all PO’s.Internal teams are kept communicated with and up to date with any changes to PO’s.Working with the Purchasing Manager for both UK and EU divisions, with the relevant sales teams’ demand plans alongside min/max to forecast and plan for all stock requirements.Weekly Update of supplier KPI’s to report to Purchasing Manager quarterly.Work with the Finance team to ensure all invoices are paid accurately and on time.Work with Quality Engineer on all quality issues, packaging etc. Areas of Responsibility Maintain accurate and organized records daily to meet the operational needs of the Procurement, Finance, Transportation and Customer Service departments.Evaluating vendorsNegotiating costsPlacing and scheduling purchase ordersMaintaining strategic Inventory levelsReporting of product availability and inventoryWorking with Sourcing to qualify new vendors. Formal Supplier RelationshipsTrack performance of suppliersFind, visit, assess and on-board new vendors. Key Results 100% accuracy on all purchase orders loaded, and order confirmation received and saved on all PO’s.Cost down achievement in line with strategic plan set with by the Purchasing ManagerAll new and existing suppliers are assessed on quality, service, cost, inventory, and innovation.Quarterly KPI’s reviews completed with all suppliers with action plans were needed.Inventory is met to forecast and demand from sales (both UK and EU) and internal operations.Purchasing systems maintenance, measurement (KPI’s), reporting - accurate and on time Quality Personnel acting as an Employment Agency & Business(rated as one of the top 3 Agencies in Milton Keynes for the 4th year running!). Please note due to volume of applications you will only be contacted if we are progressing your application.

Purchasing and Procurement Co-ordinator (Manufacturing)£28,000 - £30,000 + Company Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Funded Qualifications + Progression Opportunities + Office BasedLedburyAre you a purchasing or procurement coordinator from a manufacturing background, looking for an exciting new role with one of the world's largest packaging suppliers, where you will have the opportunity to undergo formal qualifications to progress your career, and be rewarded with an excellent bonus?Do you want to join a closeknit team of commercial specialists, giving you the opportunity to move into different areas of the business as your skills develop, and enjoy a great employee benefits scheme?On offer is the opportunity to join a global leader in the packaging industry, supplying high quality products to some of the biggest names in food and beverage, pharmaceutical and medical industries.You will be responsible for overseeing a variety of procurement processes - reviewing and tracking planned orders, ensuring adherence to supplier agreements and contracts, purchasing, and overseeing inventory levels.The role: Working alongside commercial team to oversee procurement and purchasingEnsuring adherence to supplier agreements and contractsOverseeing inventory level vs budgetMaintaining and review purchase ordersUsing SAP and Excel The person: Experience in procurement or purchasingExperience in a manufacturing environmentIdeally SAP knowledge Keywords: Procurement, Purchasing, Procurement Assistant, Procurement Coordinator, Purchasing Assistant, Packaging, Manufacturing, LedburyReference Number: BBBH13052If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

As the Supply Chain Procurement Coordinator, you'll be integral to our business operations, reporting directly to the Commercial Manager. Your role is essential in ensuring the smooth flow of procurement activities throughout the supply chain. Responsibilities: Collaborate with all departments to strategize and prioritize supply chain activities. Review planned orders and initiate requisitions for raw materials. Assist Procurement Specialist in various procurement tasks. Provide coverage for Procurement Specialist during holidays or absences. Oversee UK Extrusion procurement, including forecasting processes and S&OP. Monitor order acknowledgments, prepare shortage and backlog reports, and communicate potential interruptions to internal stakeholders. Track orders, confirm system lead times, delivery dates, and costs. Review, update, and maintain purchase orders until closure. Ensure compliance with supplier agreements and contracts, reporting any non-conformances. Aid finance and logistics teams in resolving reception and invoice discrepancies. Identify opportunities and implement strategies to enhance efficiency. Procure lamination adhesives. Manage inventory levels in alignment with budgetary constraints. Perform other duties as required. Skills and Knowledge: Experience with SAP is advantageous, though full training will be provided. Proficiency in IT, particularly MS Office, with essential Excel skills. Strong interpersonal and communication abilities. Capacity to effectively prioritize tasks. Proficiency in numerical and analytical tasks. Aptitude for problem-solving. Benefits/Information: Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a one-hour lunch break. 25 days of holidays plus bank holidays. Company bonus scheme offering 5% of annual salary. Pension scheme with a maximum 8% employer contribution. Death in service benefit equal to 6 times the annual salary. Group income protection scheme available after one year. Cycle to Work scheme accessible after one year. Employee Assistance Programme. Shopping discount scheme.