Purchasing Manager in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier energy jobboard is seeking a Purchasing Manager for construction and fit-out projects in Leeds. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and a keen eye for detail. This role offers a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 along with excellent benefits including generous leave and additional perks.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus stats

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years procurement experience ideally within construction or fit out.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills required.
• Excellent analytical and cost optimization skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for commercial furniture and fit-out materials.
• Source, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing and payment terms.
• Ensure all purchased materials meet project specifications.
• Manage purchasing schedules effectively.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Purchasing Manager – Construction & Fit Out

Location: Leeds

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE, plus excellent benefits including 20 days + stats annual leave and your birthday off.

Our client specialises in high-quality refurbishment and fit out projects within the commercial and public sectors. This is a new exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Procurement professional to join their supportive team as a Purchasing Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for commercial furniture, joinery, and fit-out materials
• Source, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards
• Ensure all purchased materials meet project specifications
• Manage purchasing schedules to align with project timelines and installation programs
• Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to track deliveries and manage inventory effectively
• Maintain optimal stock levels to avoid shortages or overstocking
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers
• Evaluate vendor performance based on quality, delivery reliability, and service
• Ensure supplier compliance with ethical sourcing, sustainability, and safety requirements
• Prepare and monitor procurement budgets for projects
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, supplier contracts, and invoices
• Provide regular procurement and cost reports to management

Candidate Requirements

• Minium 2 years procurement experience ideally within construction or fit out
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Analytical and cost optimisation skills
• High attention to detail and quality control
• Excellent organisational skills

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