FJA are recruiting for an experienced and strategic Compliance Coordinator with experience in Supply Chain, on behalf of our client based in the Preston area. As part of their Business Operations department, you will be integral in monitoring adherence to Supply Chain policies and procedures across the business. This role would be perfect for someone with a background in Supply Chain / Procurement who enjoys the compliance side of the role, rather than physical product procurement. Benefits in the role of ComplianceCoordinator : Hybrid working (3 days in the office / 2 from home) Excellent pension scheme (10% employer contribution) Income protection scheme (4x salary) Paid volunteer charity days Medical cash plan Free tickets for company organised events ComplianceCoordinator role: The Compliance Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining supplier relationships, managing tender processes, coordinating procurement activities, and ensuring compliant purchasing in line with company objectives and budget targets. Supply Chain Compliance Coordinator responsibilities: Coordinate procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and budgets Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability Monitor contract negotiations, including terms and pricing Build and maintain excellent working relationships with all suppliers Coordinate processes from requisition to payment Ensure timely and accurate purchasing of services Coordinate with inventory teams and utilise procurement systems to optimise operations Liaise with Heads of Department throughout the business across various sites Monitor procurement budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness Analyse spending trends and identify savings opportunities Produce performance and cost analysis reports Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory standards, collaborating with the in-house Legal team Promote environmentally sustainable procurement and enforce supplier adherence to sustainability policies Manage procurement and supplier risks, maintaining accurate documentation Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes and systems Stay informed on market trends and implement ethical, sustainable sourcing practices Suggest areas for improvement and work to implement these Compliance Coordinator requirements: Proven supply chain expertise, ideally in a systems-based role Experience managing organisation-wide procurement policies Strong influencing skills with the ability to identify and drive process improvements Recognised qualification in procurement, supply chain management, business administration would be advantageous Experience setting up efficient supply chain management process Understanding of contract terms, including negotiation strategies, service levels, exit clauses, and adjustments Skills and attributes: Strong negotiation and contract management expertise Proficient in Microsoft 365 and related applications Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership abilities Skilled in training others on systems, processes, and best practices Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to secure buy-in from senior stakeholders Confident in reporting and delivering clear, impactful presentations Proactive and driven with a high level of self-motivation Strong attention to detail and highly organised Strategic thinker who can align their supply chain with business objectives If you are looking for a Complianceopportunity and want to work for a leading national contractor with opportunities to progress, then click on the 'apply now button. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you havent heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers