Purchasing Coordinator

Purchasing Coordinator

Based in Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire – On site

Salary £27,500.00 per annum

Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm (45-minute lunch break)

The Benx Group of Companies is a leading provider of façade products and solutions that enhance, protect and add value to buildings through innovation, technology and know-how.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in our Stoke on Trent office. Reporting to the Group Operations Manager, the ideal candidate will support the effective coordination of purchasing, stock and supplier activities, ensuring materials are available when required while maintaining accurate records, cost efficiency and high service standards.

Key responsibilities include;

· Monitor stock levels and maintain accurate inventory records across all stock locations.

· Assist with stock counts, inventory audits and investigate stock discrepancies.

· Generate stock reports and support inventory planning activities

· Coordinate inbound deliveries and ensure goods are received in line with purchase orders.

· Liaise with suppliers regarding delivery updates, delays, lead times and availability.

· Work closely with warehouse, operations and sales teams regarding stock availability and delivery requirements.

· Raise and process purchase orders in accordance with company procedures.

· Obtain quotations and maintain supplier pricing information.

· Monitor outstanding purchase orders and expedite deliveries where necessary.

· Resolve supplier-related issues and support the evaluation and onboarding of new suppliers.

· Maintain accurate purchasing files, supplier records and associated documentation.

· Produce purchasing, stock and KPI performance reports.

· Support month-end and year-end administrative processes.

· Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and approval processes.

· Maintain auditable records and support internal and external audits, including ISO 9001 requirements.

· Identify opportunities to improve purchasing and stock control processes and support operational initiatives.

· Develop and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

· Support other operational activities and carry out any other reasonable duties as required by management.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Ambitious, with a desire to learn and progress
• Confidence to develop good relationships with customers, colleagues and suppliers

· Strong attention to detail

· Excellent administration skills

· Enthusiastic, committed and reliable

· Ability to work in a collaborative environment

· Excellent customer focus, both internal and external

· The ability to deal with customer queries/complaints in a diplomatic manner

· Confidence and ability to engage effectively with people at all levels, both in person and by telephone

· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook with experience in Stock Control systems desirable

· Experience with import/export procedures desirable

Experience and Knowledge Required:

· Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role

· Product knowledge (preferred, but not essential)

· Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work to meet service needs

· IT literate (Microsoft Office)

· Strong communication skills (both telephone and interpersonal)

· Working in a customer-oriented environment

· Customer relationship management skills

· Competent in Sage, SOP, POP and Stock Control systems (preferred)

What we can offer you:

· Performance-related bonus

· Training and development opportunities

· 26 days holiday entitlement per annum (plus bank holidays), including a Christmas Shutdown

· Opt in Employee Healthcare plan

· 1 x Salary Life Assurance

· Access to Mental Health First Aiders

· Annual Pay Review

· Reward and recognition schemes

If you feel that you meet the suitability for this role please send a copy of your CV to Lucy Birks, HR and Fleet Coordinator via [email protected] and we will be in touch to discuss your application.

In line with GDPR regulations please be aware that your application will be sent to the HR department at Benx Ltd and that any personal details included as part of your CV will be retained for 6 months following the advertisement of this role. If you would like further information on this or do not wish your details to be kept on file, please contact a representative at Benx Ltd directly

We are an Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories and holders of the Employers ERS Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme This means that Benx Ltd and associated group of companies, has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.

Pay: £27,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Paid volunteer time
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person