Brampton Recruitment
Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator
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Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator - 12 Month FTC
A leading global organisation in a specialist field, recognised for its focus on innovation, quality and design. The business operates within a fast-paced commercial environment and works with customers, suppliers and logistics partners internationally.
Our client is seeking an organised and proactive Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchasing, logistics or supply chain professional to join a fast-paced commercial environment.
Job Description
The successful candidate will support the Supply Chain Manager and Logistics Coordinator with the purchasing and movement of goods into and out of the business. As the Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator, you will be responsible for:
- Raising and managing purchase orders
- Liaising with suppliers
- Coordinating inbound and outbound deliveries
- Tracking shipments and resolving any delivery or invoice discrepancies
- Monitoring stock requirements and supplier lead times
- Assisting with purchasing and freight cost reviews
- Maintaining accurate records and contributing to improving purchasing, logistics, and supply chain processes
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The role will involve working with overseas suppliers and using an ERP/purchasing system to analyse data and assist with forecasting stock requirements. The successful candidate will also be required to travel to the company's Head Office in Germany for training with the purchasing department.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience in purchasing, logistics, supply chain, or a similar coordination role
- Experience of purchasing from overseas suppliers would be highly advantageous
- Previous experience using an ERP or purchasing system is desirable
- Good commercial awareness and understanding of purchasing and delivery processes
- Strong administration and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication skills and confidence liaising with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams
- Good IT skills, including basic Microsoft Office knowledge
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Experience analysing data and assisting with stock forecasting would be advantageous
- Highly motivated, proactive, and able to work efficiently within a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
- Energetic, resilient, and solution-focused, with a willingness to learn and develop
- Willingness and ability to travel to Germany for training
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Commutable Locations
Newcastle under Lyme, Stoke on Trent, Biddulph, Kidsgrove, Crewe, Sandbach, Congleton, Stone, Stafford, Keele, Leek, Cheadle, Nantwich, and surrounding areas
Suitable Experience
- Purchase Coordinator
- Purchasing Administrator
- Purchasing Assistant
- Procurement Coordinator
- Logistics Coordinator
- Supply Chain Coordinator
- Supply Chain Administrator
- Purchasing & Logistics Administrator
- Experienced Administrator with purchasing and logistics experience
Location
Tunstall
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Salary
Negotiable
Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.
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