Purchasing Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Alexander Steele Recruitment Full time

Purchasing Coordinator – Join a Leading Scottish Food Business

A well-established and growing Scottish food business is looking for an experienced Purchasing Coordinator to join their busy Buying Office in North Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dynamic team, ensuring the efficient procurement of goods and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

The Role

As a Purchasing Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring that essential goods and products are purchased on time and in the required quantities. You will use your strong Excel and numeracy skills to maintain stock accuracy, analyse data, and support effective planning. The role requires excellent attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and strong communication skills to manage expectations across the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ordering goods to meet business needs
  • Ensuring deliveries arrive on time and in full
  • Managing stock levels within agreed parameters
  • Maintaining shelf-life rotation and stock accuracy
  • Handling telesales and field sales product queries
  • Booking goods into the system and managing supplier credits
  • Conducting short-coded goods checks
  • Ensuring compliance with BRC Storage and Distribution Standards

What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience in a Purchasing role is essential
  • Strong IT skills, including Excel and Word
  • Excellent numeracy, communication, and time management skills
  • Ability to multitask and work accurately in a fast-paced environment
  • Enthusiasm to learn and develop within a growing business

Why Join This Business?

This is an opportunity to work with a well-established company that values its employees, provides full support and training, and offers opportunities for career progression.

Full-time | 40 hours per week

Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

If you have the required skills and experience, apply now to take the next step in your career.



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