Purchasing Project Coordinator

DescriptionGordon Murray Automotive is a UK-based global luxury brand dedicated to creating and manufacturing the world’s greatest driving cars. These ultra-exclusive cars are engineered and designed without compromise to provide unrivalled driving experiences and driver-centric connection.

With multiple sites in Shalford, Dunsfold, Warwick and a new purpose-built HQ in Windlesham, the Gordon Murray Group continues to grow with multiple vehicle programmes currently in development.  As a result, we currently have exciting opportunities for a Program co-ordinator to join our Purchasing Team presently based in Shalford, moving to Windlesham within the next 12 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate sourcing activities to ensure they are completed inline with programme timings and gateways.
• Support purchasing activities with programme timings, volumes and programme related information
• Maintain and present purchasing programme related KPI’s
• Support programme launch team activities
• Liaise between programme management (PMO) and purchasing – provide updates and request information
• Maintain Sourcing trackers.
• Responsible for input into the weekly reports and KPI's (Maintain and Update Vendor Contacts and SRM database information).
• Creating Goods Receipts in our ERP System (For purchasing department requirements only)
• Verbal Communication with key suppliers when required.
• Co-ordinate and chair nomination related meetings (procurement council, pre nomination & supplier choice)
• Co-ordinate purchase order activities for all builds
• Attend internal meetings as required, contribute to and support Gordon Murray Automotive Limited events, activities, and publications.
• Undertake other necessary, reasonable duties and appropriate tasks as may be required, and/or work of a higher priority.
• Identify and highlight any areas for continuous improvement.
• Assist in day to day running of the Purchasing Department and all activities associated with it.
• Other duties associated with department as directed.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Purchasing or project management (in a manufacturing environment preferred)
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures.
• Proficiency in cross functional, cross company, and cross-sectional processes.
• Works well under pressure and has a passion for delivering objectives.
• Strong planning, good follows up skills, meticulous in detail.
• Demonstrates a methodical approach.
• Confident with good interpersonal & communication, (especially verbal & written) skills.
• Expert skills with Microsoft Excel, PC literate and previous experience with an ERP system would be beneficial. 
• Resourceful attitude with flexible and proactive approach.
• Communicative, Outgoing. Responsive. Flexible. Ambitious. Persuasive. Self-directing.
• Proven track record for project management.
• Must be a team player.

BenefitsAs well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team, the position comes with:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Private Medical Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Personal Pension Plan
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Recruitment Referral Incentive Scheme
• Parking Onsite

Gordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application.

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Gordon Murray Automotive is a UK-based global luxury brand dedicated to creating and manufacturing the world’s greatest driving cars. These ultra-exclusive cars are engineered and designed without compromise to provide unrivalled driving experiences and driver-centric connection.

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