Explore jobs in the UK

Purchasing Manager – Leading Hospitality Supplier - Manchester – £60K + Benefits My client is a well... Purchasing Manager – Leading Hospitality Supplier - Manchester – £60K + Benefits My client is a well-established hospitality supplier with a brilliant reputation.They are seeking a Purchasing Manager to join their team. The successful Purchasing Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing purchasing strategies that ensure product availability, cost competitiveness, and supplier performance. Working closely with Operations, Sales, Finance, and Logistics teams, you will play a key role in supporting business growth while maintaining the highest standards of quality and service.This is the perfect role for a high performing Purchasing Manager looking to join a reputable business who can offer greater responsibility and exposure, in order to progress their career.Responsibilities include: Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with business objectives.Source, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts to achieve best value and service levels.Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers.Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and industry developments to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.Manage stock purchasing to ensure optimum inventory levels and product availability.Lead supplier performance reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining product quality standards.Work closely with finance teams to manage budgets, margins, and purchasing KPIs.Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety regulations, and procurement best practices.Lead, develop, and motivate the purchasing team. The Ideal Purchasing Manager Candidate: Proven experience in a purchasing role, ideally within FMCG, Foodservice, Hospitality or Wholesale.Must be well experienced managing large quantities of SKU’s.Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.Excellent commercial awareness and analytical ability.Experience managing inventory, forecasting, and demand planning.Ability to build effective relationships across suppliers and internal stakeholders.Strong leadership and team management capabilities.Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ERP/procurement systems.CIPS qualification (or working towards) would be advantageous. If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com

Purchasing ManagerLead Our Clients Supply Chain. Drive Commercial Success.£40 - £45k pa24 Days Holid... Purchasing ManagerLead Our Clients Supply Chain. Drive Commercial Success.£40 - £45k pa24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm / Friday 8am to 4pmDoncaster Are you an experienced Purchasing Manager with a passion for building strong supplier relationships, negotiating the best deals, and ensuring products arrive on time and at the right price? If you're commercially minded, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy making a real impact on business performance, we'd love to hear from you.We're looking for a proactive and strategic Purchasing Manager for our Doncaster based client to lead their procurement function across the Group. This is a pivotal role where you'll be responsible for developing purchasing strategies, managing supplier relationships, optimising stock levels, and protecting company margins while ensuring they remain competitive in the marketplace.What You'll Be Doing As the Purchasing Manager, you'll take ownership of the end-to-end purchasing function, ensuring our clients supply chain operates efficiently and effectively. Your responsibilities will include:Developing and implementing purchasing strategies that support business growth and operational objectives.Building, managing, and negotiating with suppliers to achieve the best value, quality, and service.Managing day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring products are ordered accurately and delivered on time.Monitoring inventory levels, analysing trends, and forecasting purchasing requirements.Maintaining accurate supplier pricing and ensuring healthy product margins.Working closely with Sales and other departments to communicate lead times, pricing, and stock availability.Identifying and managing supply chain risks to minimise disruption.Overseeing supplier returns and resolving product quality issues efficiently.Acting as the Company's Import & Export Champion, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations.Supporting and developing the purchasing team while ensuring workloads and deadlines are effectively managed. What We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who combines strong commercial awareness with excellent organisational and leadership skills.You'll ideally have: 3-5 years' experience in a Purchasing or Procurement Management role.A proven track record of supplier negotiation and relationship management.Strong commercial and financial awareness with the ability to make profitable purchasing decisions.Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.Experience using procurement systems, Sage and Microsoft Office.The ability to prioritise workloads and perform well under pressure in a busy environment.Knowledge of import/export processes and supply chain compliance would be highly advantageous. Why Join Our Client?This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a key business function where your decisions will directly influence profitability, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.In return, you'll join a supportive and collaborative team where your expertise is valued, your ideas are welcomed, and you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference.If you're ready to take the next step in your purchasing career and want to play a key role in a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help shape the future of our supply chain.   INDLS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.

Purchasing AssistantLocation: Newcastle- Under -Lyme Hours: Monday - Thursday (9am- 3:30pm) Friday... Purchasing AssistantLocation: Newcastle- Under -Lyme Hours: Monday - Thursday (9am- 3:30pm) Friday (9am - 2:30pm)Salary: Up to £21,500 per annum DOE Our clientOur client is looking for a Purchasing Assistant to join their team and support the smooth running of their procurement function. This role will be responsible for managing purchasing activities, maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring materials are available when required.Key Responsibilities Create and process purchase orders accurately and in line with company proceduresMonitor order progress, delivery dates, and resolve any supplier issues or discrepanciesMaintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal teamsSupport stock control activities by monitoring inventory levels and assisting with replenishmentMaintain accurate purchasing records and update systems with relevant informationAssist with reporting, data analysis, and identifying opportunities for process improvements Skills & Experience Required Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a similar administrative roleExperience working with suppliers and managing purchase ordersGood working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and data managementStrong organisational skills with excellent attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a busy environmentStrong communication skills, both written and verbal Desirable: Experience using ERP systemsCIPS qualification or willingness to work towards one If you are interested in this position please apply directly or email your CV over to MariaP@kpir.co.uk You can also call Maria on 01782712230.INDCOM 

Our client is a leading engineering and infrastructure organisation delivering complex power transmi... Our client is a leading engineering and infrastructure organisation delivering complex power transmission, renewable energy, and substation projects. They are looking to appoint a Procurement Engineer to support the successful delivery of major EPC projects across the UK.This role will take ownership of procurement activities across both tender and project phases, ensuring cost-effective sourcing solutions while maintaining quality, compliance, and delivery objectives.Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end procurement activities for tenders and projects.Develop sourcing strategies and identify new suppliers and subcontractors.Issue RFQs and evaluate technical and commercial proposals.Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms.Prepare bid evaluations and total cost analyses.Manage purchase orders and supplier performance.Support expediting, claims management, and issue resolution.Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. About You CIPS qualified or equivalent procurement experience.Experience within power transmission, distribution, substations, renewables, utilities, or EPC projects.Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills.Knowledge of international procurement practices and ERP systems (Oracle preferred).Confident managing multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced project environment.Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. What's On Offer? Work on major transmission, substation, and renewable energy projects.Join a growing, innovative engineering business.Excellent career development opportunities.Competitive salary and benefits package. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV today.