Senior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator

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Senior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator to join a well-established and growing business. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced commercial environment and is confident managing supplier relationships, purchasing activities, and day-to-day administrative coordination. This role is heavily focused on buying, stock management, supplier communication and administration, making it ideal for someone with previous purchasing or distribution experience who thrives in a busy and varied position. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring stock availability, supporting internal teams and maintaining smooth supply chain operations across a large product range.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing purchasing activities and placing orders with approved suppliers
  • Monitoring stock levels and maintaining accurate stocking profiles within the ERP system
  • Managing supplier relationships and handling day‑to‑day supplier queries
  • Chasing and adjusting inbound shipments based on business demands and stock requirements
  • Supporting sales teams with product availability updates, quotations and enquiries
  • Maintaining accurate records and updating internal systems and product files
  • Producing and monitoring stock and availability reports
  • Working closely with the import and logistics teams to coordinate international orders
  • Resolving supplier non‑compliance issues and delivery discrepancies
  • Supporting the smooth day‑to‑day running of the procurement and supply‑chain function
  • Managing a high volume of administrative tasks within a fast‑paced environment

Skills & Experience Required

  • Previous buying or purchasing experience is essential
  • Experience working within a distribution, B2B or product‑based environment is highly desirable
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • Ability to work effectively within a fast‑paced commercial environment
  • Proactive, upbeat and eager attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
  • Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills

Salary & Working Hours

  • £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
  • Permanent position
  • Monday to Friday
  • 40 hours per week

Benefits

  • Free on‑site parking
  • Access to EV charging points
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service (up to 30 days)
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Company events
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme

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Job Description:

Senior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator to join a well-established and growing business. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced commercial environment and is confident managing supplier relationships, purchasing activities, and day-to-day administrative coordination. This role is heavily focused on buying, stock management, supplier communication and administration, making it ideal for someone with previous purchasing or distribution experience who thrives in a busy and varied position. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring stock availability, supporting internal teams and maintaining smooth supply chain operations across a large product range.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing purchasing activities and placing orders with approved suppliers
  • Monitoring stock levels and maintaining accurate stocking profiles within the ERP system
  • Managing supplier relationships and handling day‑to‑day supplier queries
  • Chasing and adjusting inbound shipments based on business demands and stock requirements
  • Supporting sales teams with product availability updates, quotations and enquiries
  • Maintaining accurate records and updating internal systems and product files
  • Producing and monitoring stock and availability reports
  • Working closely with the import and logistics teams to coordinate international orders
  • Resolving supplier non‑compliance issues and delivery discrepancies
  • Supporting the smooth day‑to‑day running of the procurement and supply‑chain function
  • Managing a high volume of administrative tasks within a fast‑paced environment

Skills & Experience Required

  • Previous buying or purchasing experience is essential
  • Experience working within a distribution, B2B or product‑based environment is highly desirable
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • Ability to work effectively within a fast‑paced commercial environment
  • Proactive, upbeat and eager attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
  • Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills

Salary & Working Hours

  • £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
  • Permanent position
  • Monday to Friday
  • 40 hours per week

Benefits

  • Free on‑site parking
  • Access to EV charging points
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service (up to 30 days)
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Company events
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme

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Posted: May 17th, 2026