Procurement Supervisor in Colchester

We are currently recruiting for a Procurement & Stores Supervisor to join our team at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced supervisor to lead a team supporting MOD Defence Accommodation Stores (DAS) furniture services within a busy operational environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a team of 9, ensuring high standards of service delivery are maintained in line with contractual KPIs, service level agreements and MOD requirements. This role would suit someone with previous supervisory experience within warehousing, stores, procurement or soft FM services who is organised, customer focused and confident managing both people and processes.

As Procurement Supervisor, you will oversee the provision, procurement and management of Defence Accommodation Stores furniture, including orthopaedic furniture, ensuring all operational and administrative processes are completed accurately and efficiently.

You will work closely with both Sodexo and MOD teams, maintaining excellent working relationships while ensuring all services are delivered to the highest possible standard.

What you’ll do:

• Day-to-day supervision, support and task allocation for a team of 9 employees
• Ensuring all operational tasks are completed in line with contractual KPIs, service level agreements and MOD standards
• Managing DAS stores deliveries, collections and stock movements for Service Family Accommodation
• Procuring furniture and stores through MOD procurement systems including CP&F and Electronic Procurement Card (ePC)
• Managing and accounting for all DAS stores using AES systems
• Monitoring stock levels and ensuring furniture availability and serviceability at all times
• Supporting the management of orthopaedic furniture requests and provisions
• Carrying out regular checks to ensure accuracy of stock, records and procurement processes
• Managing staff attendance, lateness, holidays and absences using Kronos
• Supporting employee performance management, training and day-to-day guidance within the team
• Producing and supporting MIS reporting, management information and monthly returns
• Managing DAS budgets and assisting with monthly accrual expenditure reporting
• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with MOD personnel, customers and internal stakeholders
• Responding to customer queries and resolving operational issues in a professional and timely manner
• Supporting continuous improvement across operational processes and service delivery
• Ensuring Health & Safety procedures are followed and maintaining a strong safety culture across the team
• Reporting accidents, incidents, near misses and unsafe behaviours in line with company procedures
• Supporting the successful completion of internal and external audits
• Maintaining professional standards and ensuring all company equipment is used and cared for correctly
• Providing cover for other supervisory responsibilities during periods of absence
• Supporting the wider operational team with any additional reasonable duties as required by management

What you bring:

• Previous supervisory experience within a warehouse, stores or soft FM environment
• Experience managing teams, performance and attendance
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to standards and procedures
• Customer service focused approach
• Understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a similar procurement or stores supervisory role
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
• Experience managing client relationships within a warehouse or operational environment
• Experience leading and developing teams

What we offer:

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.