Materials Coordinator / Materials Management Support Required Bedford We are looking for a sharp, proactive Materials Management Assistant to support our Materials Management (MM) Lead. In this role, our primary focus is simple but critical: ensure we have the right stock, in the right place, at the right time. You will play a key hands-on role in the end-to-end purchasing cycle-from helping to create monthly replenishment offers to chasing suppliers and ensuring our system data is always accurate. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Replenishment Assist the MM Lead in the creation of monthly purchase offers to maintain optimal stock levels. Generate and process Purchase Orders (POs) based on inventory data and sales trends. Ensure alignment with suppliers regarding pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules.Order Management & Expediting Maintain a constant check on the status of all open Purchase Orders. Proactively expedite purchase orders and communicate with suppliers to secure realistic, updated arrival dates. Act as the first line of defense against stock shortages by identifying at-risk orders.Data & Systems Accuracy Ensure the inventory management system is updated with correct and current incoming stock dates. Communication & Administration Monitor the Materials Management inbox diligently. Respond to internal queries regarding stock status and incoming deliveries. Identify and action any issues (delays & p...