Procurement Project Co-ordinator
| Posting date: | 21 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 August 2025 |
| Location: | Newport, Newport, NP19 1AA |
| Company: | Acorn Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | a1WNz000003EvvxMAC_1755778653 |
Summary
Procurement Project Co-ordinator
Newport | £40,000 - £45,000 per annum | Fixed-Term Contract | Monday - Friday | Early Finish on FridaysAcorn by Synergie is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer based in Newport. We're looking for a Procurement Project Co-ordinator to join an innovative team on a fixed-term contract, playing a key role in bridging procurement and project delivery.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in procurement or purchasing who enjoys variety and cross-functional collaboration.
What's on Offer:- Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum.
- Full-time, Monday - Friday working hours.
- Early finish every Friday.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Free on-site parking.
- Subsidised staff canteen.
- Pension & life assurance (after 2 years).
- Private healthcare (after 5 years).
- Project Co-ordination: Support projects from start to finish by managing scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and timelines.
- Supplier Management: Source, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships. Assist in negotiations, pricing reviews, and performance evaluations.
- Purchase Order Management: Create, track, and manage purchase orders, addressing any discrepancies and ensuring accurate records.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across procurement, sales, design, and customer service to support successful project delivery.
- Compliance: Ensure procurement processes align with company standards and external regulations.
- Process Improvement: Identify ways to streamline procurement and project workflows for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, or project co-ordination.
- Ideally from a manufacturing or production background.
- Strong communication and supplier negotiation skills.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to solve problems independently.
- Team player who thrives in fast-paced environments.
- Proficient in using procurement and project management tools/systems.
- Looking to apply your procurement knowledge in a more project-focused environment.
- Excited by the challenge of working across departments and managing multiple priorities.
- Seeking a role with stability, variety, and opportunity to make a real impact.
Interested? Apply today with your CV or contact the team at Acorn by Synergie for more information.
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