Procurement Coordinator
Location: Peterborough
Salary: Up to GBP28,000 DOE
Job Type: Full‑Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45 am‑4:45 pm
Are you an organised and commercially minded procurement professional looking to join a well‑established business with exciting growth plans?
Our client is a long‑standing, family‑owned organisation with an excellent reputation within their specialist sector. Operating within a close‑knit and supportive team environment, they are now looking to recruit a Procurement Coordinator to support their growing operations and supply chain activities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong purchasing experience who enjoys managing supplier relationships, coordinating stock and logistics, and ensuring smooth end‑to‑end processes from purchasing through to delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the purchasing process from order placement through to delivery
* Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key accounts
* Negotiate pricing, lead times, and product availability with suppliers
* Monitor and maintain stock levels to ensure business and customer demands are met
* Coordinate import and export documentation and processes
* Assist with logistics administration, shipping schedules, and delivery coordination
* Ensure quality certificates and compliance documentation are completed accurately
* Support regulatory and compliance requirements across purchasing activities
* Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth operational flow
* Track orders and proactively resolve any supply chain or delivery issues
* Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information
* Provide end‑to‑end administrative support across procurement and supply chain functions
The Ideal Candidate
* Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain administration
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
* Experience within food, seed, produce, or a similar supply‑based industry would be highly advantageous
* Knowledge of import/export procedures and logistics administration
* Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
* Confident communicator with the ability to build effective working relationships
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and internal systems/ERP platforms
* Ability to work effectively within a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities
What’s on Offer
* Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business
* Supportive and close‑knit team environment
* Long‑term career prospects within a reputable organisation
* Stable Monday to Friday working hours
* Competitive salary package up to GBP28,000 DOE
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