Purchasing Coordinator

Purchasing Coordinator
Located in Irlam, Manchester
12 month contract
Brooks are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated Purchasing coordinator, this role is to cover maternity leave.
Overall Purpose of the Job:
Role focus is on supplier management working in a fast-paced environment, with the objective to achieve on time in full delivery to the customer.
Key responsibilities:
* Assist the Procurement Manager with the general administration of the purchasing function to include orders, delivery notes and invoices.
* To liaise with the key internal departments and suppliers
* To update systems, ensuring all processes are documented and all necessary documentation provided against stock
* Works to procedures for the operation of procurement activities in relation to metric reporting.
* Assist with supplier account management, from supplier set up to business performance reporting.
* Responsible for the open order book ensuring all deliveries are received on time and in full
* Maintain supplier scorecards, prepare for supplier reviews and advise Buyer of performance
* Report on purchased materials and update on goods received
* Work cross functionally with all departments within the business and provide timely information when needed.
* Participates in annual inventory audits
* Key metrics include, but are not limited to late line reduction, promise date information availability, lead time accuracy
* To offer general administration support to all buyers
Skills and Aptitude Profile:
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role
* You will have excellent numeracy skills and be able to accurately report information.
* Fully conversant with Microsoft Office
* Enjoy working as part of a team
* Good organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
* Excel - intermediate
* A proactive approach to problem-solving