Hays are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation based in Stafford for a Temporary Procurement Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement or purchasing professional to join a busy and supportive team on a temporary basis. This role is suited to an organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience supporting procurement activities, supplier management, and purchasing processes.
Your new role
As a Procurement Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the procurement function and ensuring the efficient delivery of purchasing activities across the organisation.Your responsibilities will include:
Raising and processing purchase orders
Liaising with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and order queries
Supporting procurement and sourcing activities
Monitoring supplier performance and maintaining supplier records
Ensuring procurement documentation is accurate and compliant
Managing procurement-related administration and reporting
Supporting contract and supplier management activities
Maintaining purchasing databases and systems
Working closely with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements
Assisting with process improvements and procurement best practice initiatives
This is a varied role that requires excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to build effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous experience within a procurement, purchasing, buying, or supply chain environment
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Experience processing purchase orders and managing supplier relationships
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
The ability to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to work
Experience using procurement, purchasing, or ERP systems would be advantageous.
CIPS qualifications or working towards CIPS would be beneficial but are not essential
What you'll get in return
Competitive hourly rate of £13.00 - £18.00 per hour, dependent on experience
Weekly pay through Hays
Dedicated Hays consultant support throughout your assignment
Opportunity to gain experience within a respected organisation
Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
Potential for assignment extension based on business requirements
Immediate start availableIf you're an experienced procurement professional looking for your next temporary opportunity in Stafford, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Hays for more information.
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Salary description
£13.00 - £18.00 per hour