Purchasing Manager Full Time Permanent

• Position: Purchasing Manager
• Location: Uckfield, East Sussex
• Salary: £35,000 per year plus very good company benefits, monthly company lunches, employee discounts, good pension scheme and annual bonus based on company and employee performance
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:30-16:00 – office based role
• Role based on the outskirts of Uckfield. There is plenty of free parking available on site for all staff. Due to workplace location and lack of public transport in the area, it is essential you to be a driver and have your own vehicle.

Excellent opportunity to join a modern and innovative family based business for someone who can make a real contribution to the growth of this exciting and progressive organisation.

My client is very highly thought of within their sector and offers an excellent environment and team in which to work. This role is full time (Monday-Friday 08:30am-4:00pm) and is office based. This is an great opportunity to join an established and very reputable business.

We are seeking someone who takes real pride in their work. It is also very important to have good purchasing experience and knowledge of imports and exports.

The role – Purchasing Manager

The purpose of the role is to ensure the business acquires necessary goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively, ultimately contributing to increased profitability, reduced waste, and a more efficient supply chain.

Duties will include:

• Identifying raw materials, goods, services, or equipment the business needs
• Researching, identifying, and evaluating potential vendors to find the most suitable products and prices.
• Negotiating favourable terms, prices, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings and ensuring quality.
• Creating, issuing, and tracking purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and receipt of goods.
• Monitoring the quality of goods and services to ensure they meet company standards and customer needs.
• Managing the procurement budget
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and new suppliers.
• Holding regular meetings with suppliers to ensure compliance
• Staying informed on market trends, pricing, and emerging suppliers to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Ensuring purchases comply with company policies, ethical standards, and legal requirements
• Liaising with other departments, such as finance, marketing, production and fulfilment, to align procurement activities with company goals.

Experience, competencies and knowledge required:

• Must drive and have own transport – due to workplace location.
• Previous experience in a purchasing / supply chain role
• Knowledge of imports / exports
• Great communication skills
• Enjoy working in a busy environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills and experience gained within Purchasing.

For more information regarding this new and exciting Purchasing Manager opportunity, please apply now! Short-listing will take place soon – don’t miss out!

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.