Procurement Manager (Electrical) – Dartford, Kent
Calibre Search is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to join a growing electrical contracting company in Dartford, Kent. This hands‑on, commercially focused role requires you to manage warehouse stock, own the CRM product catalogue, and deliver cost‑effective procurement to support multiple live projects.
Location: Dartford (Office based)
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (Dependent on Experience)
Hours: Monday – Friday 40hrs + Overtime available
Holidays: 25 Days + Bank Holidays (one extra day per length of service)
Benefits: Quarterly Company Bonus Scheme
Key Duties
* Stock & Warehouse Management: Maintain and monitor warehouse stock levels, perform regular stock counts, and ensure materials are stored and tracked correctly.
* Job Preparation & Picking: Pick and pack materials for upcoming jobs accurately and on time; prepare job kits and documentation for site teams.
* CRM Product Catalogue Ownership: Own and maintain the CRM product catalogue, add new items, update descriptions, pricing and part numbers.
* Material Procurement: Place purchase orders for all project‑related materials; source competitively, confirm lead times and ensure on‑time delivery and required quality standards.
* Goods Receipting & Stock Records: Accurately receipt deliveries against POs, update stock records and investigate any discrepancies.
* Invoice Processing: Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, verify prices and quantities, and liaise with finance to resolve discrepancies.
* Supplier & Wholesaler Relationships: Build and maintain relationships with electrical wholesalers and suppliers; negotiate pricing, discounts, credit terms and delivery schedules.
* Cost Control & Benchmarking: Continuously benchmark supplier pricing, identify savings opportunities and implement cost‑effective purchasing strategies.
* Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Produce procurement and stock reports for management; recommend and implement process improvements.
Skills & Experience
* Previous procurement, stock control or supply chain experience; experience within the electrical industry desirable.
* Good working knowledge of electrical materials, components and terminology.
* Strong negotiation, supplier management and commercial awareness.
* Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
* Confident using CRMs, stock management systems and MS Excel.
* Ability to prioritise workloads, work under pressure and take ownership of tasks.
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
Qualifications (Desirable)
* Relevant procurement, supply chain or inventory management qualification or apprenticeship.
* Experience using purchasing/ERP systems and maintaining product catalogues.
Accountability
* Ensure projects have the right materials, in the right quantities, at the right time.
* Deliver the best commercial outcomes through effective supplier negotiation and stock control.
* Maintain accurate warehouse records and a reliable CRM catalogue.
Package
* Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (DOE)
* Hours: Monday – Friday, Overtime available
* Holidays: 25 Days + Bank Holidays
* Benefits: Quarterly Company Bonus Scheme
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Calibre Search promotes equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and an employment business.
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