Procurement & Operations Co-Ordinator - Nuneaton

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, driven, and adaptable individual to work alongside our energetic team in Nuneaton. The role requires a CAN-DO attitude. We are a fast-paced business with plenty of opportunities for growth so if this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!JOB PURPOSEThis is an exciting opportunity to help with the growth of this division through managing and maintaining an accurate 'procurement & sales' information system for the Paving department.Grow your own personal potential with us. To collate information from our overseas (factories) and transport partners. Updating and liaise with the external sales team, (customers) and management teams, enabling the company to achieve set sales targets.In addition, to ensure that the business is conducted in accordance with the company's quality systems, as defined in the Quality and Procedures Manual.MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESRaise Purchase Orders.To maintain the procurement\live record, files, or books for all customer direct-to-site orders, and our own yards - Nationally.Take ownership of the stock control, rolling stock count and stock take.To obtain the best freight rate whilst not compromising on service.Receipt, vetting and loading of all suppliers & transport company invoices.Establish and build healthy relationships with (Customers), suppliers, hauliers, and colleagues.To liaise with each 'YardsMan/location' & 'Area Sales Representatives' on information obtained and required by them.Monthly update of figures - containers & costs.To promote the company's service, product range and brand/image.To report to manager on competitor activity.Any other additional tasks as may be required by the sales representative or manager.KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO DO THE JOBProficient use of: MS Office (Excel / Word / PowerPoint) - Essential.Freight Forwarding/shipping knowledge - Preferable.UK transportation knowledge - Preferable.Experience as a procurement assistant or junior buyer - Essential.Outstanding organization skills.Great listening skills & able to prioritize tasks.Excellent communication skills.Excellent phone manor.Be a good team player, with the ability to work autonomously when requested.A quick thinker and great at problem-solving.Attention to detail is a MUST with a high level of numeracy skills.BENEFITS23 Days holiday + Bank HolidaysDeath In Service BenefitBonus SchemeAccess to GP Line for you and your householdEmployee Assistance Programme access with support provided for Financial, Legal and Health & Wellbeing