Purchasing Executive

Concept Onyx Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency is seeking a Purchasing Executive to join their Supply Chain team in Leeds. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, control inventory, and strive for efficiency and cost reduction. The role requires proven experience in a global supply chain environment and excellent analytical skills. Offered benefits include unlimited holidays and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Unlimited holidays

Competitive salary package

Pension contributions

Employee health insurance

Free breakfast and lunch three days a week

Free on-site parking

Regular staff events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing within a global supply chain environment.
• Excellent analytical and financial skills with great attention to detail.
• Confident user of purchasing software and Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Raise and track purchase orders for stock and non-stock items.
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships globally.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

Tools

Purchasing software

Microsoft 365

Job description

• Purchasing Executive - permanent role
• Location: Leeds Head Office (full time onsite)
• Hours: 07:00-17:00

Are you experienced in purchasing or supply chain management and ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a motivated Purchasing Executive to join a busy Supply Chain team in Leeds. In this role, you'll manage supplier relationships, control inventory levels, and ensure the business is getting the best value across the global supply chain. You'll play a key part in improving efficiency, reducing costs, and keeping operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels to prevent shortages or excess inventory
• Raise and track purchase orders for stock and non-stock items
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships globally
• Oversee transport and shipping routes to maximise efficiency
• Analyse costs and identify opportunities to increase profit margins
• Forecast product demand using data and market insights

About You

• Proven experience in purchasing within a global supply chain environment
• Excellent analytical and financial skills with great attention to detail
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Confident user of purchasing software and Microsoft 365
• Highly organised, able to meet tight deadlines, and work independently
• Positive, proactive, and team-oriented approach

What's on Offer

• Unlimited holidays
• Competitive and progressive salary package
• Pension contributions and employee health insurance
• Free breakfast and lunch three days a week
• Free on-site parking
• Regular staff events and a friendly, supportive workplace culture

If you're enthusiastic, hard-working, and ready to make a real impact in a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join this outstanding team in Leeds and take the next step in your purchasing career.