Who will you be working with? A Division of Wabtec UK Ltd, Northampton-based firm Bearward Engineering manufactures radiators for the power generation industry.
Job Title: Purchasing and Accounts Payable Coordinator
Salary: Competitive
Location: Northampton, NN4 8HJ
Hours: Monday 08:00‑15:30, Tuesday‑Friday 08:00‑16:30
Contract Type: Permanent, Full‑Time
How will you make a difference?
The Purchasing and Accounts Payable Coordinator will manage supplier relationships, onboard new suppliers, and ensure smooth operations across the supply chain. The role will also involve financial responsibilities such as resolving accounts payable queries, reconciling supplier statements, and ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time in line with company policies. You will support cost control initiatives, monitor spend, identify discrepancies, and contribute to budget tracking and supplier cost analysis, driving continuous improvement of purchasing and payment processes.
Typical Day
- Support accounts payable activities by handling supplier queries, resolving invoice discrepancies, and ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Coordinate across procurement, finance, and production teams to promote smooth material flow and operational delivery.
- Onboard new suppliers, maintain accurate supplier records, and act as the main point of contact.
- Monitor and improve supplier performance, escalating issues when necessary and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in supply chain, procurement, or accounts payable within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Understanding of ERP systems and supplier onboarding processes.
- Demonstrable verbal and written communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
- Attention to detail in managing data and financial transactions.
We welcome applicants who do not meet every criterion, as we value people and potential.
Legal and Agency Information
Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency or third‑party recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if a candidate you submit is eventually hired.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know – we’ve got you.
