This is a varied position sitting between procurement, purchasing and accounts payable, giving you responsibility across the purchasing and supplier payment process.
It would suit someone who enjoys a broad role, working with suppliers and colleagues across the business rather than focusing purely on purchasing or transactional finance.
What you'll be doing
Coordinating purchasing activity and purchase orders
Processing and checking supplier invoices
Matching invoices against purchase orders and goods received
Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
Liaising with suppliers regarding orders, invoices and payments
Supporting supplier payment activities
Maintaining accurate purchasing and supplier records
Supporting supplier onboarding and ongoing relationships
Working closely with Finance, Operations and Supply Chain
Producing reports and monitoring key information
Supporting month-end activities
Helping improve purchasing and payment processes
What we're looking for
We're open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including procurement, purchasing, accounts payable, purchase ledger or procure-to-pay.
You'll ideally have:
Experience within purchasing, procurement or accounts payable
An understanding of purchase orders and supplier invoices
Experience using an ERP, finance or purchasing system
Good Excel skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication and supplier-management skills
The ability to work across different departments and manage competing priorities A professional qualification such as CIPS or AAT would be advantageous but isn't essential.
This could be a particularly good opportunity for someone currently working as a Purchasing Coordinator, Procurement Assistant, Accounts Payable Coordinator, Purchase Ledger Controller, P2P Coordinator or similar who wants a broader position with greater ownership.
Interested? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation
Salary description
£30000.00 - £38000.00 per year