Purchasing Account Manager

Adecco; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing organisation in Carnforth is seeking a Purchasing Account Manager to join their Purchasing Team. This role involves monitoring stock levels, managing supplier inquiries, and processing orders efficiently. Candidates should have previous experience in purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary, monthly company bonus, generous holiday package, and benefits including pension and on-site parking.

Benefits

Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)

Monthly company bonus scheme

Generous holiday package

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchasing role is essential.
• Strong negotiation skills and excellent communication abilities.
• Exceptional organisational skills with a keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and compile daily stock reports.
• Manage supplier inquiries and negotiate prices.
• Process orders while maintaining communication with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Job Title: Purchasing Account Manager
Location: Carnforth
Closes: Jan 12th 2026

Are you an enthusiastic and proactive individual ready to take the next step in your career? Our client, a rapidly growing organisation, is seeking a Purchasing Account Manager to join their established Purchasing Team in Carnforth. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an exciting expansion journey!

What you'll be doing:

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs by compiling daily stock reports.
• Manage supplier inquiries and quotations, negotiate prices, and recommend the best options.
• Process orders while maintaining clear communication with suppliers.
• Schedule orders to ensure seamless production.
• Direct and monitor the timely management of special and direct delivery purchase orders, ensuring all orders are processed and communicated to the sales team and customers.
• Follow up with suppliers to confirm or adjust orders, updating the sales team on any changes to purchase orders and inventory.
• Track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Liaise with warehouse staff to guarantee products are collected or delivered in good condition and punctually.
• Assist with tracking and customs clearance for overseas supplier orders.
• Analyse situations or data to determine appropriate actions in accordance with procedures and policies.
• Book in deliveries and goods.
• Notify relevant channels of any discrepancies with supplier goods.
• Maintain supplier information documents.
• Regularly review supplier prices.
• Assist the Operations Manager and Purchasing Supervisor with additional duties as required.

Who we're looking for:

• Previous experience in a purchasing role is essential.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and non-verbal.
• Exceptional organisational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage workloads, and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Flexibility to adapt to change.
• A team player who thrives in a busy environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify solutions and make decisions.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
• Monthly company bonus scheme (available after probation)
• Generous holiday package: 20 days + 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Monday to Friday hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (your evenings and weekends are free!)
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking

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