Purchasing Coordinator

Kidderminster, Worcestershire
Hays
Purchasing Coordinator job, permanent job in Kidderminster, up to £35,000 annual salary.

Your new company
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator, supporting day-to-day purchasing needs across multiple building projects. This hybrid role will also provide essential administrative support across business functions, offering exposure to commercial operations within a growing and dynamic construction environment.The ideal candidate will be commercially savvy, organised, and eager to develop a career in procurement and project support within the building industry.

Your new role
This is a permanent job based, working on site in the office, from Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement & Buying:

• Raise and process purchase orders for materials, plant hire, and services.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, confirm lead times, and negotiate pricing.
• Maintain and update supplier databases and pricing logs.
• Monitor deliveries and address issues related to discrepancies, shortages, or delays.
• Assist with cost analysis, order tracking, and invoice reconciliation.

Business Administration Support:

• Provide administrative support to project managers, site teams, and back-office departments.
• Maintain accurate records, documents, and files related to procurement and site support.
• Assist with document preparation, including reports, spreadsheets, and internal communications.
• Support coordination of site logistics and project meetings.
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external queries relating to materials, suppliers, and contracts.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a procurement or purchasing role, preferably within construction or a related sector.
• Strong organisation and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent administration skills.
• A proactive nature and high use of initiative.

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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