Purchasing Manager

TipTopJob; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days Holiday

Bank Holidays

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Employee value awards up to £75

Personal development courses

Free parking

Job summary

CO Manufacturing, Wakefield, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead supplier performance, cost, and delivery improvements for a well-stocked operation. You will collaborate with department heads to optimise procurement and ensure accurate pricing and records.

The role requires managing staff, negotiating with suppliers, and implementing efficient processes to cut waste and costs while maintaining quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager in manufacturing or construction.
• Experience in managing staff and leading teams.
• Track record of establishing a supplier base and stock control.
• Ability to negotiate prices with suppliers and secure best terms.
• Identify and implement new ways of working to improve efficiency and cost.
• Strong financial and commercial sense for procurement decisions.
• Good command of Microsoft Office and purchasing software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive supplier performance, cost, and delivery improvements.
• Manage heads of departments to ensure a well-stocked operation.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing procedures and pricing accuracy.
• Oversee Yard and stores, and set up new supplier products with codes and costs.
• Investigate price discrepancies and delays in stock deliveries.
• Negotiate with suppliers and support senior managers on pricing.
• Build relationships with suppliers and maintain records in the in-house system.
• Train and support the team to meet department KPIs.

Skills

Purchasing management

Staff management

Supplier base development

Price negotiation

Process improvement

Financial acumen

MS Office / purchasing software

Job description

Benefits

25 days Holiday + Bank Hols Health cash plan Pension Scheme Monthly Employee value awards up to A GBP 75 Personal development programmes through courses and training Free parking

CO Manufacturing

Wakefield

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Mon : Fri, 40 hours a week

Benefits

25 days Holiday + Bank Hols Health cash plan Pension Scheme Monthly Employee value awards up to A GBP 75 Personal development programmes through courses and training Free parking

About Us

CO Manufacturing is the manufacturing hub of the A GBP 60 million turn over Conservatory Outlet Group, producing high:quality windows, doors, and conservatory roofs for a network of leading home improvement retailers, new build sites and trade businesses across the UK. Based in Wakefield, we combine advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship to deliver exceptional products that help homeowners transform their living spaces.

Our success is built on teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to quality at every stage of the process from design and production through to delivery. Were proud to invest in our people, offering hands:on training, career development, and the opportunity to grow within a business that values hard work and new ideas.

About The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Purchasing Manager to develop and drive supplier performance, cost, and effective delivery through improving supplier relationships. You will work closely and manage the heads of different departments to ensure a well:stocked manufacturing operation across the manufacturing operation. Other responsibilities include:

• Ensure compliance with purchasing procedures, order accuracy, and supplier delivery schedules.
• Manage the Yard (goods in) and stores departments.
• Set up new supplier products, maintaining accurate product codes, costs, and descriptions.
• Check and confirm order prices, and investigate any discrepancies or delays in stock deliveries.
• Negotiate and support Senior Managers in securing the best prices for orders.
• Collaborate with suppliers, build strong relationships, and maintain accurate records in our in:house system.
• Train and support the team to improve skills and ensure department KPIs are met.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager in a manufacturing or construction environment is essential
• Experience in managing staff.
• Background in establishing a successful supplier base and ensuring a well:stocked manufacturing operation.
• Ability to maintain a positive working relationship with current suppliers and able to negotiate with these regarding prices.
• The ability to identify and implement new ways of working to alleviate duplication, streamline systems and processes and achieve cost efficiencies.
• Excellent financial and commercial acumen.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office and purchasing/supply online software.