Procurement Coordinator
A bit about Forest
We’re Forest. You know, those shared e-bikes in London that look like trees. We’re London’s most sustainable shared e-bike operator. We bridge the gap between affordability and sustainability, using advertising revenue to offer our users up to 30 free minutes per ride. Our mission is to help cities move greener - and we’re growing fast.
A bit about the role
This role is primarily focused on procurement - ensuring materials and components are sourced efficiently, at the right cost, and on time. Working closely with our Inventory Controller and operations teams, you'll translate stock needs into supplier orders, manage supplier relationships, and keep our supply pipeline running smoothly.
This is a commercially-minded role for someone who thrives on negotiation, planning, and keeping things moving.
Your key responsibilities include:
Procurement
Source, negotiate, and purchase high-quality materials and components within budget, using approved supplier lists and MRP systems
Raise and manage purchase orders from creation through to delivery, maintaining accurate records at every stage
Obtain and evaluate quotations from both new and existing suppliers, driving value and quality
Monitor supplier performance against lead times and delivery schedules; chase ETAs proactively to prevent supply gaps
Onboard and manage supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, lead times, and commercial agreements
Identify and develop alternative suppliers to reduce risk and support cost-saving initiatives
Planning and Demand
Collaborate closely with the Inventory Controller to align purchasing decisions with real-time stock levels and consumption trends
Prepare and maintain supply plans based on demand forecasts and operational requirements
Track slow-moving stock and optimise re-order points to prevent both shortages and overstock
Maintain accurate procurement records, pricing data, and supplier information to support forecasting
Support invoice control, documentation, and any tender processes as required
Work cross-functionally with warehouse and operations teams to minimise supply chain disruption
Who you are:
1-2 years in a procurement, purchasing, or supply chain coordination role
Strong negotiation skills and a track record of building effective supplier relationships
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail - you keep records clean and processes tight
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly
Basic IT skills, including proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP or MRP systems
A personable, professional communicator who can work across teams and with external partners
A proactive mindset - you anticipate problems and act before they escalate
Location
We love spending time in the office together. This is an onsite role that requires being on site 5 days a week.
What you’ll get in return
🚲 Free Forest bike rides for you and a +1
🌴 25 days holiday pro rata + bank holidays
🩺 Private Medical Insurance & Cashplan
🧘♀️Therapy and career coaching sessions through MYNDUP
📚 Annual personal development budget
🌯 Free lunch on Friday
🐣 Enhanced Parental Leave
🥳 Regular Socials
🎈 Birthday off
👶 Childcare salary sacrifice
Equal opportunities
Forest is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination, bias, or harassment.
If you'd like to share your pronouns, please let us know.
If there's any reasonable adjustments we can include to make our application process easier for you (due to disability, neurodiversity or anything else) please let us know so we can support you.
Want to make an actual, positive impact for cities? Join us, and help us grow the forest!