Role Overview: The Procurement & Inventory Coordinator will manage procurement activities, logistics, and inventory management, ensuring efficient operations and accurate record-keeping. This role includes negotiating with suppliers, processing orders promptly, maintaining organized inventory, and coordinating logistics. The Co-ordinator will also provide hands-on support to ensure materials are ready for engineering projects and assist with logistics preparations. Key Responsibilities: · Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and promptly. · Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing. · Source electrical and mechanical components based on Bills of Materials (BOMs) · Follow up with suppliers on order statuses, refunds, returns, and exchanges. ·Inventory and Stores Management: · Maintain a well-organized stores area, clearly marking inventory status (Goods . · Ensure inventory is allocated and organized by project. · Regularly review stock levels, reorder consumables, and update inventory records. · Keep procurement areas clean and systematically organized. · Prepare shipping documentation and coordinate packaging and crates. · Arrange transportation and maintain clear logistics records. · Assist in maintaining clear documentation for shipments and projects. · Support the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manuals. ·Support and be involved in Continuous Improvement: · Prepare materials for engineers based on BOMs. · Support engineering teams during machine testing when required. · Support the team through a proactive, hands-on approach to shared responsibilities. ·Other tasks, projects as determined from time to time by immediate supervisor. Qualifications & Experience: · While experience in procurement, or inventory management is required, logistics experience is preferred. · Effective negotiation and communication skills. ·An understanding of automation components (electrical/mechanical). · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. · Capable of executing hands-on work while adapting to team and project needs. · Experience in creating Purchase Orders on IQMS software is required. · Experience in using Inventory Management Software tool to maintain and track inventory levels. ·An ability to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative Key Competencies: · Accountability and responsibility · Detail-oriented · Strong negotiation skills · Problem-solving · Adaptability and teamwork