Who We Are
We are the UK’s leading name in Secondary Glazing Systems — trusted for premium-quality products, technical expertise, and exceptional service. Delivering a full turnkey solution, we support commercial clients with consultation, design, value engineering, manufacture, and installation of bespoke secondary glazing systems. We take pride in being the best in our field and continually driving industry standards forward.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Coordinator to support our Purchasing Manager/team with the day-to-day administration and coordination of purchasing activities across the business.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with previous purchasing experience who is highly organised, detail-focused, and confident dealing with suppliers and internal teams. You will help ensure orders are processed accurately, stock requirements are managed, and suppliers deliver on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Purchasing Manager with day-to-day purchasing activities.
- Raise and process purchase orders for stock, raw materials, equipment, and general supplies.
- Monitor stock levels and support stock replenishment and MRP requirements.
- Liaise with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, specifications, and delivery dates.
- Monitor outstanding orders and chase suppliers for updates.
- Obtain and compare quotations and maintain accurate supplier information.
- Assist with resolving purchasing and invoice discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and ERP system data.
- Produce basic purchasing and stock reports.
- Work closely with Finance, Warehouse, Production, and Operations.
- Arrange occasional staff travel and accommodation.
- Provide general administrative and coordination support to the Purchasing Manager.
- Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and efficiency.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain role.
- Good understanding of purchasing processes and supplier management.
- Experience raising and managing purchase orders.
- Experience with stock purchasing or inventory control.
- ERP experience, such as SAGE or similar, desirable.
- Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and administration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
Personal Attributes
- Organised, reliable, and proactive.
- Confident and professional when dealing with suppliers.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Able to work independently while supporting the Purchasing Manager.
- Practical, flexible, and solutions-focused.
- Positive team player with a willingness to take ownership.
This role is office based, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm.
Pay: £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
