POSITION SNAPSHOT
Role: Procurement Coordinator
Location: Manchester
Contract: Permanent
WHY US AND WHY THIS ROLE
Seize the opportunity to be part of a unique business with an exciting vision for the future - where we dare to be bold, discover what’s possible, and do incredible. Dare. Discover. Do.
At PZ Cussons, we offer five big reasons that people join and stay: Futureproof Our Brands, Create Your Own Impact, Accelerate Your Craft, Flexibility to Perform, And Collaborate with Intent.
As our Procurement Coordinator, you'll help keep some of our most important supply chains moving. Working across raw materials, packaging and third-party suppliers, you'll support the delivery of procurement strategies that drive value, ensure continuity of supply and help bring new products to life. You'll collaborate with teams across Supply Chain, R&D, Marketing and Procurement, turning data into insight and helping shape decisions that make a real difference to the business. This is an excellent opportunity to build your procurement expertise while contributing to innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement across our UK manufacturing operation.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Help deliver procurement strategies that strengthen supplier performance, improve efficiency and support a resilient supply base across key categories.
Play an important role in bringing new products to market by coordinating supplier onboarding, packaging developments and raw material changes with cross-functional teams.
Use data and procurement insights to identify opportunities for cost savings, value creation and process improvements that support business performance.
Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, helping to track performance, resolve challenges and keep projects moving forward.
Support effective risk management by monitoring market trends, maintaining accurate procurement information and highlighting potential supply risks early.
Gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing, sourcing and procurement operations while supporting tenders, benchmarking activities and innovation projects.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Experience in procurement, supply chain, purchasing or a related commercial environment, or equivalent transferable experience.
Degree-level education or equivalent practical experience.
CIPS Level 3/4 qualification, or a desire to work towards MCIPS, would be advantageous.
Strong analytical skills with confidence using Excel and PowerPoint to turn data into meaningful insights.
Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
SAP or ERP system experience would be beneficial, but not essential.
WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN
MyBenefits brings together your total rewards in one place, giving you the flexibility to choose what matters most. Key benefits we offer include:
Competitive annual bonus, pension, life assurance and Share Incentive Plan
Private medical cover plus health & wellbeing support
Flexible holiday options, including buy and accrual
1pm Friday finish for better work-life balance
Hybrid/electric car scheme, cycle to work & free mortgage advice
Discounted and complimentary PZ products
Onsite gym (where available)
OUR PURPOSE, CULTURE AND VALUES
At PZ Cussons, our purpose is For Everyone, For Life, For Good. Guided by our BEST values, Bold, Energetic, Striving and Together, we nurture a culture where people feel empowered to grow, perform and make a meaningful difference every day.
We retain the pioneering spirit of our founders by building portfolios of locally loved brands across our key markets in the UK, ANZ, Nigeria and Indonesia, backed by the manufacturing scale and capability of a global business.
Spanning Personal, Home and Baby Care, our products are trusted by millions of consumers worldwide, including Carex, Childs Farm, Cussons Baby, Imperial Leather, Morning Fresh, Original Source, Premier, Sanctuary Spa and St. Tropez.
INCLUSION AND FAIRNESS
We’re committed to building diverse teams that reflect our consumers and communities, creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to thrive. If you need any adjustments during the process, just let us know.
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Dare to be bold, Discover what’s possible, and Do the incredible.
Skills Required
- Experience in procurement, supply chain, purchasing or related commercial environment
- Degree-level education or equivalent practical experience
- Strong analytical skills with confidence using Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills
- CIPS Level 3/4 qualification or desire to work towards MCIPS
- SAP or ERP system experience
What We Do
Want to be part of the success story of some of the world’s leading household brands? Join us and you could be helping to enhance the lives of consumers around the world with extraordinary products. Talent, imagination and drive will take you places at PZ Cussons. Join our global family to see what’s possible. We believe work should be fulfilling and talent should be recognised, so if you have positive attitude, aptitude and ambition, there’s no end to the opportunities available. You’ll work on the best brands, in interesting markets and with great people who truly excel in their field. We have teams based in London, Manchester and Salford in the UK, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia and New York! Our brands include Carex, Charles Worthington, Cussons Baby, Fudge haircare range, Imperial Leather, Original Source, Rafferty’s Garden, Sanctuary Spa, St. Tropez, and many more… and you could be part of it…
