Procurement Coordinator

Vitaflo (International) Ltd are currently looking to recruit a Procurement Coordinator on an 18 Month, Fixed Term Contract based in our main head office on the outskirts of Liverpool City Centre. This role would be ideal for someone who has experience working in a similar procurement role and looking to progress their career. This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in a varied role gaining insight into multiple direct and indirect spend categories. The role is responsible for supporting the Procurement Manager in developing, validating, communicating and implementing sourcing strategies for Globally managed categories. They will follow strategic sourcing process tools, templates and policies developed internally and apply the Nestlé Standardised Procurement Model. The right candidate would need to ensure the efficient implementation of new or changing items/services. They will be required to contribute to strategic and tactical business planning. What will you do? As Procurement Co-ordinator, your main responsibilities will consist of the following:

• Assist in researching and developing sources of supply.
• Ensure that tender processes utilise all available technology to optimise commercial benefits of new agreements
• Compile required data from Sage X3 & utilise this in assisting the Procurement Manager in updating annual business strategies
• Assisting in the management of supplier contracts and maintenance of contract balances based on forecasts, promotional activities and product de-lists
• Management of supplier performance in terms of coordinating performance measures and applying corrective action where appropriate
• Maintain purchasing databases to ensure other departments have prompt accurate information.
• Review generated reports for control and purchasing decisions
• Generate and drive appropriate key partnerships within and outside of Procurement function
• Participation in project teams to ensure that the materials procured conform to all requirements and the potential of cost saving benefits are maximised by the company.
  
  Has a relevant degree, equivalent Higher Education or qualification
• Experience in the implementation of sourcing strategies for different spend categories over a sustained period
• Has experience in one or more spend categories as a Sourcing Specialist, using a Strategic Sourcing Process
• Demonstrated successful use of risk management, responsible sourcing and supplier relation management
• Experience in negotiation
• Focused and results driven
• Organised and autonomous way of working
• Expert knowledge of, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Desirable criteria:
• Knowledge of systems such as Navision, SAP or SAGE
• Strong numeracy and communication skills
• Business and financial knowledge
• Understanding of the business environment
  
  Vitaflo (International) Limited
For more than 25 years, Vitaflo has developed innovative specialised clinical nutritional products for inherited metabolic disorders, pediatric?kidney disease, and specialised diets such as the ketogenic diet. Vitaflo products offer patients choice, flexibility, and convenience. We combine the latest medical research, together with insights on changing modern lifestyles to best support patients in the compliance of restrictive therapeutic diets. Vitaflo continues its mission of Enhancing Lives Together with research and development at the heart of what we do., We are part of Nestlé Health Science and continue to expand our global footprint with a worldwide presence in Clinical Nutrition. Behind our pioneering company are people who drive breakthroughs in research and development, creating innovative impact. Our employees are at the heart of what we stand for with 96% saying they are proud to work for us and 94% recommending Vitaflo as a good place to work. Our Headquarters, based in Liverpool, is the hub of innovative and creative activity. We strive to be at the cutting edge of our industry sector with patients needs being at the forefront of our mind. We work collaboratively, share our knowledge and expertise and above all love what we do and why we do it.


• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata for part time) plus bank holidays and Christmas shut down
• Discretionary bonus scheme (subject to qualifying period)
• Gym membership/allowance (subject to qualifying period)
• Employer pension contribution (3% rising to 5% subject to qualifying period then matched to a maximum of 10%). Employee minimum contributions apply
• Private healthcare (subject to qualifying period)
• Volunteering opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to qualifying period)
At Vitaflo (International) Ltd, our values are rooted in respect - for our employees, our customers and our patients. That's why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. We are committed to equal opportunity for all, and we may collect relevant anonymized data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process.