Indirect Procurement Coordinator

U****nleash your potential. Change the game with Gripple.

Were now looking for an experienced procurement coordinator to join the Gripple supply chain team.

Why Gripple?

Were not just innovatorswere game changers. Since 1989, Gripple has led the charge in wire joining and suspension systems. As a 100% employee-owned business, we dont just hire talentwe invest in it. Youll be backed by a global infrastructure, a powerhouse support team, and a culture that champions ownership, passion, and performance.

Whats in it for you:

• Share ownership: Buy a stake in Gripple and the GLIDE group and share in our success
• 15% non-contributory pension
• 32 days holiday, increasing with long service
• Private healthcare, family-focused policies, and exceptional benefits that support your wellbeing at every stage

The role:

Working within the supply chain department, your role will be based at one of our unique Sheffield sites. This is a varied indirect procurement role, combining responsibility for supporting purchasing activities with supplier and category management, cost optimisation projects and process improvements.

What youll be doing:

The position will involve:

• processing purchase requisitions, RFQs and raising and expediting purchase orders, following up on delivery dates and keeping relevant stakeholders informed

• procuring goods and services that meet requirements, utilising benchmarking and best practice tools to ensure value for money and comprehensive evaluation

• developing and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure alignment with business values and requirements

• procurement administration tasks, including accurate data entry into relevant systems, resolving invoice queries and supporting the processing of invoices

• conducting research on suppliers and markets

• collaborating and communicating effectively with internal departments and stakeholders

• identifying opportunities to make business savings and improve terms of business with suppliers

• responding to general enquiries in a fast-paced environment

• managing the supply chain function group inbox on behalf of the indirect team

• supporting the management and development of assigned indirect procurement categories, including supplier performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement

Who you are:

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a procurement role
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
• Commercial awareness, with experience in purchasing and negotiation
• Ability to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and suppliers

Personal attributes:

• Good problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside the box and make informed decisions
• Ability to manage projects alongside day-to-day responsibilities
• Willing to learn new skills and support the wider team as required
• Well organised with great attention to detail
• Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise workload to deadlines
• Strong communication, influencing and interpersonal skills
• Can adapt and embrace change in a growing business

The Gripple Spirit

Our values fun, integrity, passion, entrepreneurship, teamwork, innovation arent just words on a wall. They shape everything we do. Join us, and youll experience:

• true work-life balance
• an inclusive and caring workplace where your ideas matter, and your impact is felt globally

Take a closer look:

• Learn more about who we are and how were changing the game: https://www.gripple.com/about-gripple

• Take a tour of our head office at the historic Old West Gun Works in Sheffield, South Yorkshire here

Bring your ambition. Well bring the opportunity.

Join a team where everyone belongs

At Gripple, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn't always equal. We're committed to creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds and encourage applications from individuals who may have faced barriers to employment, education or training and are looking to build their future. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued with a sense of belonging. If there are any adjustments that would help your experience with Gripple, please let us know when you apply.

Whilst not mandatory, your completion of the applicant ethnic monitoring form will help us monitor and encourage equality and diversity. The information you provide will be anonymous and kept both confidential and separate to your application.