Description

Looking to start your career in procurement? This could be the opportunity for you. We're working with an established manufacturing business that is looking to appoint a Purchasing Co-ordinator to join its procurement team. This is a genuine entry-level opportunity for someone who is early in their career, looking to take their first step into procurement, or keen to kick-start a career within purchasing and supply chain. You'll receive exposure to a broad range of purchasing activities, working alongside an experienced procurement team and gaining valuable experience in supplier management, purchase orders, reporting and commercial activity. The role You'll support the day-to-day running of the purchasing function, helping to make sure orders are raised accurately, suppliers deliver on time and any potential issues are identified and communicated before they impact the business. Your responsibilities will include: Raising, amending and managing purchase orders through to completion Monitoring supplier deliveries and lead times and chasing orders where required Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to ensure purchasing requirements are met Supporting the procurement of indirect goods and services Assisting with supplier and contract administration Supporting supplier performance monitoring and scorecards Producing purchasing and month-end reports Maintaining accurate procurement records and systems Supporting quotation and information-gathering exercises Helping identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and achieve better value Working closely with the Purchasing Manager and wider business Providing general support to the procurement team as required Who we're looking for You don't need to have a background in procurement to be successful in this role. We're looking for someone who is organised, reliable, commercially curious and keen to learn. Perhaps you're just starting your career, have some administration or supply chain experience, or you're looking for an opportunity to move into procurement for the first time. What matters most is your attitude, attention to detail and willingness to develop. You'll need to be: Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Accurate and comfortable working with information and data Confident communicating with people both internally and externally Proactive and willing to take responsibility Commercially curious and interested in how businesses buy goods and services Comfortable working to deadlines and managing competing priorities A good team player who is flexible and willing to get involved Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook Keen to learn and develop a career within purchasing and procurementAny previous experience in administration, customer service, supply chain, logistics, buying or a commercial environment would be useful, but it is not essential. Why consider it? This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in procurement rather than simply take their next job. You'll join an established manufacturing business and work alongside an experienced procurement team, giving you the opportunity to learn how purchasing works in a busy commercial environment. Whether you're starting out in your career, have some transferable experience, or are looking for your first opportunity within procurement, we'd be interested in hearing from you. Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role