Procurement Co-ordinator

Procurement Coordinator, Clitheroe, Up to £35k

I am working exclusively with this exciting, rapidly expanding business based in Clitheroe. They have a fantastic opportunity available for a Procurement Coordinator to join them during a period of growth, and are seeking a highly motivated self-starter with a strong sense of mission to understand the market. An excellent communicator, and someone who is able to build strong cross-functional relationships, internally and externally.
Duties will include;

• Initially work with the Procurement Manager in preparing for negotiations and eventually lead negotiations independently.
• Ensuring products purchased are on time at the right price, right quality, right quantity and delivered to the right place.
• Liaise with suppliers and possess strong sourcing skills to help the company procure the best quality ingredients & packaging at the most economic prices.
• Vetting suppliers to ensure compliance with company ethical and sustainability standards.
• Inventory management, planning and forecasting to be completed every day to ensure optimum levels of stock
• Knowledge of quality procedures is advantageous as well as dealing with imports and exports.
• Assist with management of supplier KPI's and monitoring performance.

What you will need;

• You will be assessed on stock outs as part of your internal KPI's. A strong character is needed.
• Knowledge of purchasing ingredients and packaging is advantageous
• Excellent analytical skills, and passion to learn new things
• Ability to manage your own time and deadlines, the ability to adapt to the ever-changing priorities of the market situation.
• A genuine interest and passion for Procurement with a desire to start or continue CIPS
• A willingness to step outside of comfort zones, learn new skills and procedures and not be set in ways

Hours; Mon - Fri 9am-5pm

If all of the above sound of interest to you and you think you are suited to this vacancy then please don't hesitate to apply!