Company Description
Roadchef is a highly trusted motorway service area operator in the UK, catering to over 50 million visitors annually across 31 locations. With partnerships including renowned brands like McDonald’s, Costa Coffee, WHSmith, LEON, Co-op, and more, we ensure a variety of quality offerings for travelers. Recognised as a platinum-accredited Investors in People (IIP) organization, we value our 3,500+ employees and foster a positive workplace culture with award-winning recognition programs. Our mission is to make every journey safer, happier, and eco-friendlier, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Role Description (Full Job Description available)
We are seeking a Purchasing Manager for a role based in Norton Canes or Stensham. The Purchasing Manager will lead procurement activities for goods and services, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, quality maintenance, and timely delivery. Key responsibilities include building strong relationships with suppliers and partners, negotiating contracts, conducting market research, and monitoring supplier performance. The role will also involve collaboration with internal departments to align procurement goals with the company's overall objectives.
Our Ideal candidate:
* Experience in purchasing as a purchasing manager, agent or officer.
* Experience of sourcing and vendor management and in vendor management software.
* Excellent financial, commercial awareness and negotiating skills.
* Interest in market dynamics along with strong business acumen
* Strong leadership and relationship building capabilities, able to influence others
* Efficient time management and decision-making abilities
* Enthusiastic, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
* Strong organisational skills, including planning and prioritising work
* Strong attention to detail
* Good IT skills, including Google and Microsoft
* Must be able to work independently and as part of a team, ensuring work is delivered on time and right first time attitude towards high standards and to meeting team deadlines.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in procurement, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation
* Strong analytical skills for market research, data analysis, and decision-making
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate with suppliers and internal teams
* Proficiency in procurement software and tools
* Knowledge of sustainability practices and their implementation in procurement processes is a plus
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a hybrid work environment
What We Offer
* A competitive salary of £45,000
* The chance to be part of a company with a mission you can be proud of.
* Employee discounts, discounted meals while on duty, free parking, referral program, Access to Occupational Health support, Employee Assistance program, Wellbeing support