Purchasing Manager

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing eCommerce company is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join their Product and Sourcing Team in Hemel Hempstead. The role involves sourcing, forecasting, and supplier management to ensure smooth supply chain operations. The ideal candidate has strong negotiation and organizational skills, with experience in procurement preferred. A competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £34,000 per year is offered, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven negotiation skills and strong supplier relationships.
• Highly organized with excellent planning and multitasking abilities.
• Analytical mindset with strong numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate forecasting and purchasing activities.
• Source new products and identify potential suppliers.
• Monitor and maintain supplier quality control.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Inventory management

Job description

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Purchasing Manager, watford, hertfordshire

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Client:

JOVELA

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

JOVELA is a fast-growing eCommerce business, with expertise in the distribution of high-quality consumer products online. JOVELA encompasses several brands with a wide range of product categories and selling platforms.

We’re a motivated, energetic team with a drive for success, and we’re looking for a Purchasing Manager to join our Product and Sourcing Team. If you’re ambitious, commercially minded, and excited about driving results through strategic purchasing, we’d love to have you grow with us.

As a Purchasing Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping our product range and ensuring smooth, cost-effective supply chain operations. You’ll be responsible for sourcing, forecasting, supplier management, and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support our business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate forecasting and purchasing activities, including placing purchase orders and maintaining our inventory management system
• Source new products and identify potential suppliers to diversify and expand our offering
• Analyse product margins to ensure profitability and make data-informed decisions on selection and pricing
• Monitor and maintain supplier quality control to uphold our high product standards
• Generate detailed reports and conduct data analysis to guide purchasing strategy
• Track supplier production timelines to ensure on-time delivery
• Oversee product and brand control, including packaging requirements, product descriptions, and regulatory compliance
• Develop and implement sourcing and supplier management strategies to improve efficiency and performance
• Meet company buying targets through strategic procurement and supplier negotiations
• Maintain clear, accurate records of orders, production progress, and supplier performance
  

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Highly organised, with excellent planning and multitasking abilities
• Commercially aware and comfortable making data-driven decisions that benefit the business
• Analytical and process-oriented thinker with strong numerical skills
• A problem-solving mindset focused on continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams effectively
• Previous experience in procurement or purchasing roles is preferred, though we also welcome candidates with the drive to learn (comprehensive in-house training provided)
• Prior experience sourcing consumer goods directly from Asia
• Familiarity with inventory management systems or ordering software

Permanent / Full-Time Role

Salary £28,000 - £34,000 per year, depending on experience

Job location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7DU, United Kingdom