Job Title: Purchasing Coordinator (part-time)

Location: Kettering

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 annual equivalent (pro-rata)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: 20 - 24 hours per week (4-5 hours per day, Monday- Friday)

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Purchasing Coordinator to support our procurement operations. The ideal candidate will take ownership of progressing purchase orders efficiently from placement through to delivery, ensuring all transactions are accurate, cost-effective, and compliant with company procedures. The Purchasing Coordinator is also responsible for managing rolling-stock items by forecasting usage against customer orders in order to prevent stock-outs. This role requires excellent attention to detail, strong initiative, and the ability to negotiate and partner effectively with suppliers.

We're looking for someone who is proactive and self-motivated - someone who takes ownership of their work and enjoys making things happen. As part of a small team, you'll also be ready to lend a hand in other areas when needed, covering for colleagues during times of absence, and being comfortable speaking directly with customers if required to ensure smooth operations and excellent service.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage purchase orders from initiation through to delivery, ensuring all details (pricing, specifications, delivery dates) are correct and up to date...