Job Title: Purchasing Officer Department: Procurement / Supply Chain Position: Purchasing Manager Principle Purpose of Position: The role is responsible for supporting the procurement process by managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services. It requires a detail-oriented, organised approach, effective communication with internal stakeholders and external vendors, and a sound understanding of supply chain procedures to help maintain efficient and reliable procurement operations. About Us: Westgate Global are the market leaders in the manufacture, supply and installation of industrial partitioning systems and modular site hoarding solutions. Our products and systems are used by world-class businesses and brands across a diverse range of sectors including construction, manufacturing, warehousing, data centre's, pharmaceuticals, airports, and defence. We operate across the UK, Europe and the USA, and have ambitious plans for continued growth and market development. We are committed to building a successful, supportive, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We value and celebrate the diversity of our people and are committed to building a culture of respect, understanding, and belonging. Key Roles and Responsibilities: Process and issue purchase orders based on approved requisitions. Negotiating savings Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery timelines, and resolve discrepancies. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse, production & sales teams to forecast purchasing needs to help with cash flow forecasts Track orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services. Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier databases. Assist in sourcing new suppliers and obtaining quotations as required. Support invoice reconciliation and resolve any pricing or delivery issues. Collaborate with internal departments (Finance, Operations, Logistics) to ensure smooth procurement flow. Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures. Prepare regular reports on procurement activity, cost analysis, and supplier performance. Item management including Create, update, and maintain item master records in Business Central Ensure item descriptions, categories, units of measure, costing methods, variants, rental items, Assembly BoM’s and pricing are accurate and up to date. Skills: Familiarity with procurement best practices and supply chain concepts. Experience in manufacturing or construction industries. Negotiation and vendor relationship management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Advanced Level required in Excel) & Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience: 2 years of experience in a purchasing, procurement, or administrative coordination role. Qualifications: CIPS Level 3 or higher qualification Benefits: Friendly working environment with strong employee engagement, and automatic enrolment onto company bonus scheme (after probationary period completed). On-site free staff parking Automatic enrolment into our contribution workplace pension plan and Medical Insurance Scheme (dependent upon eligibility) Automatic enrolment into our BUPA Employee Assistance Programme Please Note: Right to work in the UK is required. Recruitment Agencies: At Westgate Global, we take a very-hands on approach with our recruitment efforts to find the right person to join our team. As we organise our recruitment in-house, any emails/calls from recruiters regarding this role will not be acknowledged.