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Procurement Coordinator
Location
United Kingdom
Posted
3 days ago
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0
Seniority
Junior
Job Description
Procurement Coordinator
Scratch Financial
Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Job Description Job Summary The Procurement Coordinator will support the day-to-day operation of the procurement function, ensuring the timely and cost-effective purchasing of goods and services in line with organisational policies and applicable UK procurement regulations. The role provides essential administrative and operational support to procurement and category management teams while acting as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and suppliers. Major Responsibilities - Procurement Operations & Purchase Order Management: Manage the end-to-end purchase order lifecycle from requisition through to delivery and closure, ensuring accuracy, timely processing, and compliance with procurement policies, while proactively resolving issues such as delivery delays, shortages, and invoice discrepancies through effective coordination with suppliers and internal teams. - Sourcing & Tendering Support: Support sourcing activities including RFQs, tendering, framework agreements, and call-offs by preparing documentation, coordinating stakeholder inputs, maintaining audit-ready records, and ensuring all activities align with internal policies and applicable UK procurement regulations. - Supplier Communication & Query Resolution: Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, specifications, and lead times, while responding to procurement-related queries from internal teams and ensuring clear, timely communication throughout the purchasing process. - Data Management, Systems & Compliance: Support supplier performance monitoring and procurement reporting by tracking delivery and service levels, assisting with spend analysis, and contributing to improvements in procurement processes and documentation. - Reporting, Performance & Continuous Improvement: Support supplier performance monitoring and procurement reporting by tracking delivery and service levels, assisting with spend analysis, and contributing to improvements in procurement processes and documentation. - Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities. - Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications - Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred. - Previous experience in a procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or administrative role. - Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. - Confident communication skills, able to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders. - Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. - Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Must be able to work a flexible and varying schedule based on business needs. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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