Job Title: Purchasing and Material Coordinator
Location: This position is ideally based at our Cowshill office. However, location flexibility at our Crook office may be considered for the right candidate.
Company: RA Dalton Ltd
Salary Range: Competitive (Based on Experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Benefits:
RA Dalton offers a competitive salary package along with additional benefits including:
- Private medical insurance
- Private dental insurance
- Company Pension Plan
- Bonus Scheme / Annual Profit-Sharing Scheme
- Company Events
- Free parking / On-site parking
- Workwear provided
- Training and development
- Opportunities for professional growth
You will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, accuracy and a supportive working environment.
Company Overview:
RA Dalton Ltd is the national leader in off-mains drainage solutions. While proud of our heritage as a family-run business, we continue to grow and innovate across the UK. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, and this role offers the chance to join a dedicated, professional and friendly team within a business that values quality, reliability, and teamwork.
Job Description:
We are looking for a Purchasing and Material Coordinator who is responsible for sourcing, selecting and purchasing goods, materials and services at the most competitive prices to meet business operational needs. This role relies on negotiation skills, market analysis and advanced Excel skills to manage supplier relationships, optimise spends and maximize profitability. This role will involve working as part of a team between stock locations and also working with other departments in the business.
General Responsibilities:
- Working as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of warehouses suppling our team of engineers
- Placing and managing purchase orders for site specific items, stock parts and consumables
- Negotiating competitive pricing, bulk discounts and optimal delivery terms with suppliers
- Manipulate data and produce reports to aid negotiations
- Retaining purchase and stock records accurately in the business financial system
- Maintaining cost prices and work with various teams to continuously update sales prices
- Help team with routine stock checks and update the businesses internal system
The duties outlined above are not intended to be exhaustive and may change as the needs of the business alter in line with current agendas.
Requirements and Skills:
- Previous experience in a purchasing and stock control role
- Highly skilled in utilising the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically advanced Excel functions to manipulate and interpret ERP financial data
- Experience using computerised purchasing or stock control systems
- Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload
- Good attention to detail, particularly with stock, supplier and delivery records
- Confident dealing directly with suppliers and colleagues across departments
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining any relevant experience and why you believe you are the ideal candidate for the Purchasing and Material Coordinator position.
Send your application to: recruitment@radalton.co.uk
Join us at RA Dalton Ltd and play a key role in supporting our reputation for quality, reliability and excellent customer service.
RA Dalton is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Purchasing and Material Coordinator position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities or duties. The company reserves the right to modify the job description as required.