Purchasing Coordinator in Macclesfield - CV-Library

Purchasing Coordinator, Salary, £28,000 per annum

Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to join their Materials & Planning team. As a Purchasing Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the procurement process, ensuring timely delivery of materials and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers.

What the role looks like:

Ordering materials using the MRP system as required
Supplier management, including monitoring quality and performance
Resolving issues quickly and effectively
Communicating with operational, customer service, and sales teams

Collaborating closely with the Sales Office team and other internal and external stakeholders
Working towards and reporting on departmental KPIs
Scheduling raw materials, finished goods, and packaging
Adhering to stock budgets and delivery requirements
Maintaining accurate part numbers and pricing in the AS400 system
Coordinating with suppliers to address any active complaints
Supporting new product introductions and managing associated stock levels
Providing product availability information to the Customer Services Team
Conducting month-end reporting
Assisting with sourcing suppliers for one-off requirements
Coordinating delivery and collection of products with suppliers

What we would like you to bring:

Excellent organisational and analytical skills
Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers
Good engineering/manufacturing production knowledge
Previous negotiating and supplier management experience (preferred)
Strong prioritisation skills and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work well in a small team and proficient IT skills

What we offer:

Competitive salary dependent on experience
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with 4-5 days reserved for Christmas)
Additional annual leave purchase scheme
Employee Benefits Platform with access to an Employee Assistance Programme, discounted gym membership, high street shopping discounts, and a cycle to work scheme
Group life insurance and death in service benefits
Pension auto-enrolment after 3 months
Occupational Health Services
Free parking at all sites

If you are enthusiastic, proactive, and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and further develop your career in purchasing and supply chain management.

Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. Our client is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our workforce.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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