FourNet is recruiting for a Purchasing Coordinator to support the Procurement Lead in the effective day-to-day management of purchasing activities. The role ensures purchase orders are accurately raised, submitted to suppliers, and tracked through to completion.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Activities
1. Raise purchase orders and submit to suppliers in a timely manner ensuring order placement acknowledgements are received.
2. Maintain accurate purchasing data within Salesforce system and support reporting on purchase order status, outstanding orders and queries.
3. Track delivery of goods and provide updates to internal teams.
4. Support the Procurement Lead in maintaining effective supplier relationships and act as a point of contact for suppliers regarding orders and delivery updates.
5. Manage the shared Purchasing inbox, prioritising and responding to requests, queries, and order-related communications promptly and escalating urgent or complex issues where required.
6. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency within purchasing workflows.
7. Provide cover in the team for absences.
Person Specification
Technical Profile
- Very strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Effective communication skills (internal and external stakeholders)
- Experience working with purchase orders, invoicing, or procurement processes preferred
FourNet Values
- We deliver what matters to our customers– understands how accurate, timely financial information supports good decisions and reliable service, and completes work with the end customer in mind.
- We work as one team– shares information, supports colleagues and builds positive working relationships across Finance and the wider business to achieve the best outcome.
- We own it and make it happen– takes responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of their work, follows tasks through to completion and raises issues early when support is needed.
- We raise the bar– looks for practical ways to improve accuracy, controls and efficiency, welcomes feedback and actively develops their finance knowledge and skills.
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Purchasing Coordinator in Manchester employer: FourNet
FourNet is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Manchester where First Line Support Specialists can thrive. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to customer service excellence, team members benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative culture that encourages problem-solving and innovation. The hybrid working model and 24/7 operational support ensure flexibility while providing critical services to some of the UK's most secure organisations.
