Job Description:

Purchasing Manager - £45,000 to £55,000
Essex (with flexible working options)
Full-time | Permanent

We’re working with an established international manufacturer to recruit a Purchasing Manager to take ownership of procurement strategy across a multi-site, global operation.
This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence purchasing direction, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive efficiencies across a growing and collaborative business.

The Role
Reporting into senior leadership, you’ll be responsible for shaping and delivering procurement strategy across several international locations. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure supply continuity, cost control, and operational performance.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing both short and long-term sourcing strategies
• Negotiating agreements with suppliers, including pricing structures and commercial terms
• Building strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, service, and value
• Managing order flow and performance to drive on-time delivery and reduce delays
• Partnering with internal stakeholders across operations, sales, and finance
• Setting and managing purchasing budgets in line with wider business objectives
• Overseeing inventory levels and ensuring alignment across multiple sites
• Implementing quality standards for incoming materials and supply
• Identifying and delivering cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives

About You
We’re looking for a commercially-minded procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in a purchasing or procurement leadership role
• Strong understanding of supply chain and buying principles within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong commercial awareness and data-driven decision-making ability
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving capability
• Experience managing supplier relationships and improving performance
• The ability to work cross-functionally and internationally

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, globally connected business where procurement plays a critical role in ongoing success. You’ll have the autonomy to shape processes, influence strategy, and make a measurable impact.