Purchasing Manager

Danielle Ward Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Devon to lead the procurement team. You'll design procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure a resilient supply chain. The ideal candidate has proven experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in the apparel industry. This full-time, office-based role offers a salary between £50,000-£55,000, free on-site parking, and 24 days of holiday, increasing with service.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a purchasing or procurement role.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in MRP / ERP systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute procurement strategies.
• Oversee relationships with global suppliers.
• Negotiate supplier contracts for maximum value.
• Manage inventory levels and plan replenishment.
• Analyze sales data to project future requirements.
• Lead and develop the procurement team.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Apparel industry knowledge

Managing offshore suppliers

Analytical skills

Proficiency in MRP / ERP systems

Commercial awareness

Job description

Overview

Buying

Purchasing Manager

Position: Purchasing Manager

Location: Devon

Salary: £50,000-£55,000 depending on experience

Job Reference No: IM02

Recruiting Consultant: Sarah

Details

Purchasing Manager Overview

We are working on behalf of this amazing company to recruit a Purchasing Manager to lead the procurement team. You are a critical key member who will ensure a cost-effective and resilient supply chain and will manage supplier relationships, contract negotiation, demand forecasting and stock optimization.

Purchasing Manager Responsibilities

• Design and execute procurement strategies that align with overall business goals
• Oversee relationships with global suppliers to ensure consistent delivery, quality and cost efficiency
• Negotiate supplier contracts and pricing structures to maximise value and secure long-term supply stability
• Manage inventory levels and plan replenishment
• Handle selected product categories, including sample development and supplier coordination
• Work closely with sales, product development and operations to ensure purchasing supports the product timelines and market demand
• Monitor market dynamics and supplier performance to identify potential risks and areas for improvement
• Ensure all sourcing complies with ethical, environment and certification standards (e.g., BSCI, WRPA, SEDEC, OEKO-TEX)
• Utilise ERP platforms for order processing, inventory control and procurement reporting
• Project future material and stock requirements by analysing sales data and seasonal patterns
• Lead, coach and develop the procurement team to promote a results-driven and improvement-focused environment

Purchasing Manager Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain management role
• Ideally worked in the apparel industry
• Proven experience managing offshore suppliers
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
• Proficiency in MRP / ERP systems
• Strong commercial awareness and cost control acumen

Purchasing Manager Additional Information

• Free on-site parking
• Full-time office-based role
• 24 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays