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Purchasing Coordinator (Engineering/CIPS)
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 37,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Purchasing Coordinator (Engineering/CIPS)
£35,000 - £37,000 + OTD Bonus Scheme + Health Cash Plan + Cycle to Work + Enhanced Holidays + Early Finish Fridays
Leicester
Are you a CIPS-qualified Purchasing Coordinator with experience in Engineering, Manufacturing or a similar industry, looking to join a long-established British market leader with global reach, offering a half-day Friday and an OTD Bonus Scheme?
Join a growing British manufacturer with over 100 years of expertise in high-power electrical components. With a long-standing commitment to quality, innovation and continuous improvement, they have successfully navigated every major economic challenge of the last century to become the UK's leading manufacturer of resistors and loadbanks.
In this role, you will plan and procure materials to meet project requirements, ensuring on-time delivery. You will negotiate with suppliers, maintain strong supplier relationships, drive cost savings and support continuous improvement within the procurement function, reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager.
This position would suit a CIPS-qualified Purchasing Coordinator, or similar, looking to join a nationally recognised leader in the electrical engineering industry with international reach.
The Role
Plan and procure materials for production, minimising inventory and ensuring cost-effective purchasing
Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery
Identify new suppliers and negotiate commercial terms, including rebates and discount structures
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term performance
Monitor supplier performance and address issues relating to quality, delivery and cost
Review engineering drawings and technical documentation to support procurement decisions
Ensure compliance with ISO9001 procedures and company policies
Hours: Monday-Thursday 07:30-16:15, Friday 07:30-12:30 (38 hours per week)The Person
CIPS-qualified Purchasing Coordinator with experience in Engineering, Manufacturing or similar
Commutable to LeicesterReference: BBBH22705A
Keywords: Purchasing Coordinator, Buyer, Materials Planner, Purchasing, Procurement, CIPS, Supply Chain, Engineering Buyer, Manufacturing Buyer, MRP, ERP, Supplier Management, Cost Reduction, Engineering Drawings, Negotiation, ISO9001, Leicester, Procurement Officer, Materials Buyer
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will depend on experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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