Project Coordinator
Sims Hilditch is searching for a talented, motivated and highly organised Project Coordinator to join its Procurement team based in our design studio located five miles outside Bath.
Why Work at Sims Hilditch
Based in state-of-the-art studios, we are a friendly and professional team that work on a wide variety of high-end interior design projects across the UK and overseas.
What we're looking for
We are incredibly proud to be known for our ability to deliver projects on time and on budget, fundamentally that is down to the efficiency of our procurement team. You will oversee the procurement ordering process, coordinating with suppliers and effectively ensure that projects come to life. We are looking for somebody who is highly organised, a logical thinker and a quick learner with excellent communication skills.
Experience & Qualifications
Responsibilities of the role:
- Assist the Procurement Managers in executing projects and ensure faultless implementation
- Create budget documents for multiple projects
- Compare prices, specifications and delivery options to make informed purchasing decisions
- Act as a central point of contact for project-related communications
- Manage the procurement process, generating purchase orders and coordinating deliveries
- Create design schedules
- Manage supplier database
- Track milestones to ensure delivery of products
- Create installation schedules, coordinating with contractors and storage facilities to ensure seamless project execution
- Lead close-out of projects
- Participate in training and development to improve knowledge of procurement practices
Key skills required:
- Dedicated and reliable team player with a positive mindset
- Ability to work well under pressure, prioritise and juggle tasks with a flexible attitude
- Self-motivated and pro-active with ability to take initiative
- Confident, polite and professional manner
- Accurate and efficient in handling information
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
- Proficient in Excel and Outlook
- Ability to build relationships with suppliers
- Friendly and approachable
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, supply chain management, or related field
- Full, clean UK Driving Licence
Benefits
- Up to 22 days of annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- Studio closure between Christmas and New Year
- Early finish Fridays from June to August, and in December
- Staff discounts offered by many suppliers
- Birthday day off in addition to your annual holiday allowance
- Christmas present and birthday present from Sims Hilditch
- Professional development to support and strengthen you in your role
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Workplace pension scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
How to apply
Please follow the link below including your CV and a covering letter telling us a bit about yourself and why you think you’d be a good fit for the Sims Hilditch team.