Purchasing Coordinator

Chorley, Lancashire
Avantor
Avantor is looking for a dedicated Purchasing Coordinator to work within the Sourcing team managing procuring goods within a complex supply chain. This role will be a full-time position based out of our Chorley office. You will have the opportunity to be part of an amazing team that provides a global service modified to our customer s individual needs whereby we will source and supply medical and laboratory equipment to support them in conducting their clinical trials. If you are passionate with working with people, organising and tracking of things let s talk! The team Avantor s Purchasing Coordinator is part of a team of 12, with a high-performing culture that is responsible for procuring goods and working towards OTIF. What we re looking for Experience: Proven experience within an administrative function ideally within procurement/ supply chain and/or logistics Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Word and Excel experience is required Strong attention to detail and a tenacity to be accurate Time management Excellent communication skills How you will thrive and create an impact You will communicate with suppliers, placing orders with suppliers based upon customer demand ensuring that stock is available in line with company policy. Assess stock through the different parts of the business and balance with demand to ensure appropriate order quantities are raised. Expedite purchase orders, obtaining promise dates from suppliers and updating the system and key stakeholders in relation to delays & issues. Assist in the resolution of queries associated with order fulfilment. Responsible for producing accurate and timely reports to support customer and business needs. Manage mailboxes in line with requirements ensuring timely and accurate responses and ensuring the mailbox is accurately categorised and filed appropriately. Assist with correcting data errors using compliance reports to identify and correct issues affecting order fulfilment. Review and approve supplier invoices for payment and resolve any invoicing queries. Complete other ad-hoc duties and provide general administrative support to the Sourcing team