Senior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator

Senior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator We are currently recruiting for a Senior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator to join a well-established and growing business. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced commercial environment and is confident managing supplier relationships, purchasing activities, and day-to-day administrative coordination. This role is heavily focused on buying, stock management, supplier communication, and administration, making it ideal for someone with previous purchasing or distribution experience who thrives in a busy and varied position. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring stock availability, supporting internal teams, and maintaining smooth supply chain operations across a large product range. Key Responsibilities: Managing purchasing activities and placing orders with approved suppliers Monitoring stock levels and maintaining accurate stocking profiles within the ERP system Managing supplier relationships and handling day-to-day supplier queries Chasing and adjusting inbound shipments based on business demands and stock requirements Supporting sales teams with product availability updates, quotations, and enquiries Maintaining accurate records and updating internal systems and product files Producing and monitoring stock and availability reports Working closely with the import and logistics teams to coordinate international orders Resolving supplier non-compliance issues and delivery discrepancies Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the procurement and supply chain function Managing a high volume of administrative tasks within a fast-paced environment Skills & Experience Required: Previous buying or purchasing experience is essential Experience working within a distribution, B2B, or product-based environment is highly desirable Strong administrative and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced commercial environment Proactive, upbeat, and eager attitude with a willingness to learn and develop Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Salary & Working Hours: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Permanent position Monday to Friday 40 hours per week Benefits: Free on-site parking Access to EV charging points 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service (up to 30 days) Salary sacrifice car scheme Company events Salary sacrifice pension schemeThis is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking business, where they can make a genuine impact within a busy procurement and supply chain team. If you are interested in this position, please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy