Location: UK-based (Spilsby) with occasional international travel
Salary: £40,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Department: Procurement & Product Management
Overview
We’re looking for a detail-driven and experienced Purchasing Manager to join our fast-paced, collaborative team. This pivotal role will oversee supplier relationships, procurement strategy, and product sourcing—ensuring operational efficiency and supporting our continued growth.
If you're passionate about streamlining procurement processes, building strong supplier partnerships, and contributing to product innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Supplier Management
* Build and maintain strong relationships with UK and international suppliers and manufacturers.
* Negotiate competitive pricing, ensure product quality, and manage delivery timelines.
* Travel overseas occasionally to meet suppliers and assess sourcing opportunities.
* Identify and onboard new suppliers and products to enhance our offering.
* Collaborate on new product development and sourcing initiatives.
Product Management & Technical Support
* Gain in-depth technical knowledge of our product range to support demos, resolve complex queries, and troubleshoot issues.
* Provide expert guidance and training to sales and customer service teams.
* Work closely with sales to track market trends and customer feedback, shaping future product strategies.
Inventory & Logistics
* Partner with warehouse teams to implement best practices in product handling, storage, and despatch—including hands-on involvement.
* Manage contracts and relationships with transport providers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
Compliance & Quality Assurance
* Ensure all products and suppliers meet relevant industry standards and legal requirements (e.g., EPR, GPSR, EUDR, Sedex, Sustainability).
* Conduct thorough due diligence on factories and suppliers to verify ethical and quality practices.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance documentation.
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or product management is preferred—but not essential.
* Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
* Quick technical learner with the ability to understand complex product details.
* Experience in inventory control and logistics coordination.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
* Highly organised with sharp attention to detail.
* A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn are essential