Purchasing Director

Liquidline; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing Director to lead procurement strategies and enhance supply chain efficiency. This role involves optimizing purchasing activities, negotiating with key partners, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team. Join a dynamic and rapidly growing company that values innovation and employee development, offering a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving organization committed to excellence and employee well-being.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Long Service Annual Leave Entitlement & Buy/Sell Scheme

Candidate Referral Program

Company Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Sick Pay

Enhanced Parental Leave

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Life Assurance & Income Protection

HSF Health Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of MS Office and CRM systems is essential.
• Experience in strategic supply chain leadership and team management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement strategy to enhance customer service and efficiency.
• Lead and mentor the purchasing team, focusing on continuous improvement.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Supply Chain Management

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Demand Planning

Stock Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM Systems

Job description

Liquidline is the fastest-growing commercial coffee solutions provider in the UK and Ireland—not that we’re bragging! Our customers are companies that take pride in offering quality refreshments to their employees and clients. Our success is built on outstanding customer service, hard work, and a strong team culture. We believe in delivering WOW experiences to both our customers and our valued employees. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified, a testament to our dedication to fostering a culture of support, growth and development, as well as promoting well-being, and winning together. With our core company values—passion, thoughtfulness, responsiveness, innovation, and smart working—at the very heart of our business, we are committed to cultivating an environment that inspires excellence.

The Purchasing Director will form part of our Liquidline's board of directors, and will oversee the procurement / purchasing strategy and processes within the organisation to deliver exceptional customer service in the most effective and efficient manner. The post holder will be responsible for the development and implementation of strategies for improving the efficiency of our supply chain, mitigating risk and ensuring key partners are meeting their performance objectives. They will also be heavily involved in improving our partnerships and negotiations on price agreements.

The Role - Purchasing Director

• To support with Liquidline's strategic vision by orchestrating, optimising and championing supply chain and purchasing activities, aiming to elevate our operating profit.
• To fuel innovation by utilising supply chain knowledge and industry insights.
• To work closely alongside the Head of Purchasing to take ownership of preparing annual purchasing budgets, setting of cost savings targets and end to end delivery of savings.
• To implement, track and analyse key metrics to inform on risk management.
• To provide leadership to the team, coaching, mentoring and supporting them through their development.
• To have a clear focus on continuous improvement and optimise our current processes across all supply chain activities within the UK, including cross-functional processes.
• To lead on efficient stock holding by reference to demand, product lead time, stock turn ratios and to work to remove the risk of stock outages.

What You Will Need in the Role of Purchasing Director

• Advance knowledge of MS Office and internal CRM Systems.
• Solid working experience of negotiating at senior level within a B2B setting, and experience of managing teams.
• Experience in demand planning and stock forecasting is essential for this position.
• Demonstrable experience in strategic supply chain leadership, with the ability to deliver effective strategies, policies and processes.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiastic to keep up to date with industry changes, and company knowledge.

What You Will Learn & What Liquidline Can Offer You

Being a part of Liquidline is more than just a job - it's a chance to grow, develop and thrive! We are deeply invested in the success of our team and our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support, and reward our employees. The package includes, but is not limited to:

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays: Extra time off to rest and recharge.
• Long Service Annual Leave Entitlement & Buy/Sell Scheme: More flexibility for your time off needs.
• Candidate Referral Program: Help grow our team and earn rewards.
• Company Bonus Scheme: Celebrate success with us.
• Enhanced Sick Pay: Supporting you when you need it most.
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Comprehensive support for your family journey.
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme: Save for your future with ease.
• Life Assurance & Income Protection (UK Only): Peace of mind for you.
• HSF Health Plan: Access affordable healthcare.
• YuLife Wellbeing Platform: One stop shop for wellbeing, rewards and support.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Mental health support, virtual GP services and more.
• Menopause Support via Stella App: Tailored support for this stage of life.
• Lunch on Liquidline & Bi-Annual Conferences: Enjoy lunch on Liquidline, and Bi Annual company conferences.

Liquidline is a fast-growing, family owned business that has expanded from 92 to over 300 employees since 2020. With ambitious plans for the next five years, there's never been a better time to join us! Our dynamic and innovative environment offers endless opportunities for personal and professional growth.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, treating everyone with fairness, respect and appreciation. At Liquidline, we embrace diversity and value the unique experiences and perspectives of every individual. Together, we are always Winning Together!