Purchasing Manager

E3 Recruitment; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Purchasing Manager in High Wycombe. The role involves overseeing supplier relationships, negotiating procurement, and managing stock control. The ideal candidate should have a background in purchasing or stock control, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A full UK driving license is essential. This is a permanent position with competitive pay and benefits including private healthcare and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven background in purchasing, procurement, or stock control.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Methodical, self-motivated, and conscientious.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supplier relationships and manage procurement processes.
• Negotiate pricing and maintain accurate procurement records.
• Assist with invoice queries and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Stock control

Analytical skills

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

ERP systems

Job description

Purchasing Manager
High Wycombe.

Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (40 hours per week)
£55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Permanent

Benefits
Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Benefits (post-probation):

• Private Healthcare
• Company Pension Scheme

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing supplier relationships, sourcing and negotiating the procurement of products, and managing stock control processes.This is a company have grown significantly over recent years expanding their workshop and increasing production, they operate in a clean modern working environment.

This role plays a key part in ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, supporting tender and warranty processes, and maintaining accurate procurement records in line with business and compliance requirements.This role has become available due to the current manager retiring.There is a hand over plan, so the successful candidate will not be left in the ‘deep end'

Key Responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager:

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Schedule and manage order requirements
• Source and evaluate new suppliers and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and resolve order issues
• Raise and monitor purchase orders to meet required lead times
• Oversee procurement tender processes and assist in the preparation of tender documentation.

Stock Control

• Maintain accurate item and stock records within internal systems
• Provide support for goods receipting and annual stocktaking processes
• Assist with audits and reconciliation procedures.

Warranty & Returns

• Record and manage warranty and quality-related returns (QER)
• Maintain databases for returns and ensure follow-through on credit or replacement
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve warranty claims and discrepancies

Administration & Compliance

• Assist with invoice queries and generate stock-related reports
• Ensure adherence to company policies for Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety, and Security
• Collaborate with internal departments to support seamless operations
• Support general administrative duties and company-wide projects as required

Person Specification & Competency Requirements for the Purchasing Manager:

• Education: GCSEs or equivalent, with strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Experience: Proven background in purchasing, procurement, or stock control
• IT Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and experience with ERP/purchasing systems
• Personal Qualities: Methodical, self-motivated, and conscientious
• Other: Full UK driving license

If interested in the role of Purchasing Manager, please contact Tony Gallagher on 01484 64529 or 07927 587033