Purchasing Coordinator

A genuinely exciting Purchasing Coordinator opportunity has arisen with this leading independent company specialising in the manufacturer, design and installation of bespoke performance doors, windows and curtain walling for the UK construction industry. If you have strong purchasing experience and this role sounds of interest, please apply ASAP. LOCATION: You will be based from an office in Orpington working Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (with one hour for lunch). Based on the location of the office, you will need to be able to drive to the there. Free parking is provided on site. SALARY: £25,000 to £30,000 as a basic salary, 23 days annual leave (3 used for Christmas shut down), company pension and employee assistance programme. This company sells a wide range of sliding and bi-folding doors, entrance doors and aluminium windows and curtain walling dealing with commercial projects. As Purchase Coordinator you will be responsible for: Monitoring stock: Keeping track of stock levels and identifying when to purchase new items Researching vendors: Looking into potential vendors and maintaining good relationships with them Tracking orders: Ensuring orders are delivered on time and following up with suppliers when needed Updating databases: Keeping order details in internal databases, including dates, quantities, vendors, and discounts Market research: Identifying pricing trends and conducting research to find the best deals Negotiating: Evaluating offers from vendors and negotiating better prices Cost analysis: Preparing cost analyses Maintaining records: Keeping updated records of invoices and contracts Liaising with warehouse staff: Ensuring products arrive in good condition General business adminSuccessful candidates will have a minimum of 2 years purchasing experience, ideally within the construction industry or purchasing within a project-based environment. You will be used to working with deadlines, have an eye for detail, have effective communication skills and financial literacy. Most of all you will be a team player! If this sounds of interest, please apply ASAP! Contact: In the first instance please send your CV to Kelly Duke ELIGIBILITY All vacancies are based in the UK. It is unlawful to employ a person who does not have permission to live and work in the UK and we will therefore only consider applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the EU. Scarlet Selection are UK based recruitment specialists, placing experienced professionals across all industry sectors. The services Scarlet Selection provides are those of an employment agency