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Purchasing Manager / Buyer
Location: Marple, Stockport, SK6.
Salary: £30k - £40k per annum DOE with flexibility into the future in line with your impact & success.
Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week permanent.
Benefits: Modern office work environment with free parking provided, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, sick pay and company pension scheme.
Purchasing Manager / Buyer - About the Role:
Our client is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager / Buyer to join our dynamic procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the purchasing process, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. If you are proactive, a great negotiator, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist in the procurement of products and services, ensuring quality, price, and delivery targets are met.
• Create and manage purchase orders (POs) and track deliveries to ensure timely receipt of goods.
• Research and identify potential new suppliers, negotiating pricing, contracts, and terms of delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information.
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve issues such as delays, shortages, and defective products.
• Work closely with internal departments (e.g., production, finance) to ensure purchasing needs are aligned with company requirements.
• Produce & manage reports to allow effective monitoring of commercial activity within the business.
What you'll need to succeed:
The ideal candidate will have:
• At least 2 years in a similar Purchasing or Buyer role (preferred).
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) a must.
• Knowledge of Sage 50 an advantage.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today