Procurement Officer
Due to continued growth, we have an exciting new opportunity for a Procurement Officer to join a successful manufacturer based in Witham. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 plus excellent benefits.
Benefits include:
• Holiday allowance
• Company pension
• Free local parking
• Employee of the Month awards
• Long-term service awards for every five years of service
• Membership in an Employee Owned Trust after one year, with profit-related bonuses
This is a full-time, office-based, permanent position. Unfortunately, part-time, hybrid, or remote working options are not available. Working hours are Monday to Friday:
• Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00
• Friday: 08:30 – 16:30
(With a one-hour lunch break each day)
Ongoing training will be provided on in house procedures and systems.
Procurement Officer – Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Procurement Officer will be responsible for:
• Using internal systems to accurately order products based on sales forecasts
• Monitoring stock availability and wastage, proactively reducing shortfalls
• Ensuring 100% stock availability, including seasonal and promotional items
• Investigating supply issues and working with suppliers to prevent future disruptions
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams
• Managing purchase orders and ensuring efficient order quantities
• Reviewing invoice queries and assisting with supplier credit claims
• Collaborating with various departments to align supply chain processes
• Handling procurement for production, sales, and service materials
• Managing safety stock, supplier contracts, and compliance monitoring
• Supporting production scheduling based on customer demand and stock levels
What We’re Looking For:
To be successful in this Procurement Officer role, you will need:
• At least 3+ years of procurement, supply chain, or production planning experience in a high-volume environment
• Strong understanding of customer service, purchasing, manufacturing, and finance
• Experience in capacity forecasting, supply chain management, and stock control
• Proficiency in IT systems, particularly Excel, with the ability to learn new software
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of organisation, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development
If you are an experienced Procurement Officer looking to take the next step in your career with a thriving company, we would love to hear from you! Apply today