Procurement and Inventory Coordinator

Hailsham Source: WhatJobs

£35,000–£40,000

Location: Hailsham
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, enhanced pension, onsite parking, training and development

Are you an experienced supply chain or procurement specialist who enjoys a dynamic, hands‑on environment? KHR have partnered with an established, specialist manufacturing and logistics partner who supports key industries with specialised product solutions.

We are seeking a Procurement professional to take ownership of purchasing and supplier management, with a small element of hands‑on stores and warehouse support. The role is primarily focused on procurement, ensuring materials are sourced efficiently and on time, while also providing support with stock, goods in and dispatch when required.

Responsibilities will include:

Procurement

Sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing high-quality materials and components within budget
Raising purchase orders and managing key supplier performance, lead times, and onboarding
Tracking inventory levels to prevent shortages, manage slow-moving stock, and streamline re-orders
Partnering with internal production, technical, and warehouse teams to forecast material demand
Driving cost-saving initiatives and continuous supply chain improvements

Stores & Dispatch Operations

Accurately picking, packing, and preparing customer orders for dispatch
Managing goods-in, stock counts, cycle counts, and system reconciliations
Operating warehouse handling equipment (including forklifts) to load and unload deliveries safely
Maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant warehouse environment

Candidate Profile

Supply Chain Expertise: Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain coordination
Negotiation & Vendor Management: Strong communication skills with a track record of building supplier relationships
Warehouse Experience: Practical knowledge of picking, packing, dispatch, and inventory systems
Equipment Certification: Valid forklift licence and experience with warehouse handling equipment would be beneficial
Technical Proficiency: Competency in Microsoft Office, procurement platforms, and stock control software
Mindset: Proactive, highly detail-oriented, organised, and safety-conscious

Knowledge House Resourcing Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of Knowledge House Resourcing Ltd.

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