Sourcing and Vendor Relations Associate Job at Leicester le bj Full Time NEW

Procurement Coordinator – Hybrid – Leicester – 6-month assignment – up to £140/dayRobert Half are delighted to be partnering with a leading international organisation in their search for a Procurement Coordinator to join the team on an initial 6-month contract.This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career procurement or supply chain professional to gain exposure to supplier management, sourcing, and commercial operations across the UK and Nordic region.Working closely with procurement, operations, and compliance teams, you’ll support supplier onboarding, monitor performance, analyse data, and help ensure suppliers are in place to meet business needs. This role offers fantastic exposure to procurement processes, stakeholder management, and supplier relationship development within a global organisation.Key Details: Job Title: Procurement Coordinator Location: LeicesterSalary: £120 – £140/dayWorking pattern: Full-time – hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)Contract Length: 6 months, potential for extensionResponsibilities: Support the management of subcontractor and supplier relationships across the UK and Nordic region.Assist with subcontractor onboarding activities, ensuring suppliers meet compliance requirements and are ready to support operational needs.Build positive working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support service delivery and performance.Support contract renewals, pricing reviews, and supplier negotiations.Work closely with operational teams to understand resource requirements and help ensure appropriate supplier capacity is in place.Assist with sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, and tender processes.Collaborate with health, safety, and compliance teams to ensure suppliers meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.Analyse supplier performance data, spend information, and market trends to identify improvement opportunities.Prepare reports, track key metrics, and support cost-saving and process improvement initiatives.Provide general support to the wider procurement and category management team.Requirements: Degree educated, ideally in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Economics, or a related discipline.1-3 years’ experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, commercial, supplier management, or a related role.Strong interest in procurement, supplier management, and commercial operations.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Strong analytical skills with good Excel capability.Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.Commercially aware with a willingness to develop negotiation and supplier management skills.Experience within construction, engineering, facilities management, utilities, manufacturing, or industrial services would be advantageous but is not essential.