Expediting and Purchasing Co-Ordinator

We are looking for a Expediting and Purchasing Co-Ordinator to work on a permanent basis for our client who are a well-established company based in Knowsley.

The successful candidate will support the business by managing purchase orders, ensuring timely acknowledgment and receipt, performing system administration, and purchasing products/materials according to requirements and demand.

The Package:

• £24,000- £27,500, dependent in experience


• Monday- Friday, 08:30- 17:00.


• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays'


• Company pension scheme


• Cycle to work scheme


• On-site parking

Key Responsibilities for the Expediting and Purchasing Co-Ordinator role:

• Manage supplier communications and address issues related to costs, services, and lead times


• Update system with supplier acknowledgments and challenge exceeded promise dates


• Run reports and expedite orders as per business requirements


• Maintain accurate system data, including product lead times and new item creation


• Resolve goods-in discrepancies with Warehouse/Stock Control


• Handle invoice queries and supplier returns


• Place and manage purchase orders based on demand or requests


• Create and amend purchasing accounts


• Participate in professional development activities and maintain a positive, solution-oriented approach


• Ensure confidentiality and present a professional image of the Group

Key Relationships for the Expediting and Purchasing Co-Ordinator role:

• Office Manager


• Planning & Procurement Team


• Shop Floor Production Manager


• Warehouse Team

KPI Themes:

• Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD)


• Supplier/Product lead-time


• System information accuracy


• Order acknowledgment time


• Number of purchase orders placed

Required Competencies for the Expediting and Purchasing Co-Ordinator role:

• Personal responsibility and resilience


• Excellent focus and organization skills


• Innovation and problem-solving abilities


• Collaboration and relationship development


• Strong communication and stakeholder management

Essential Qualifications for the Expediting and Purchasing Co-Ordinator role:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel and Word


• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities


• In-depth understanding of services and materials procurement

Desirable Qualifications:

• Purchasing background


• Sage software experience

The Company:

The company works continuously to build a truly diverse and inclusive workforce and culture.

They welcome and encourage candidates from all aspects of diversity to apply for this role.

If the Expediting and Purchasing Co-Ordinator position could be of interest, please call 01744 452 095 at GPW Recruitment or press APPLY NOW!