Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Rotherham Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 per annum Working Pattern: Full Time (40 hours per week, 8:30am - 5:30pm) Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for procurement? Do you have the skills to manage a significant purchasing portfolio? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our thriving client as their Purchasing Manager! About the Role: In this exciting position, you will oversee a 25 million spend and manage a 7 million inventory. Your mission? To ensure purchasing operations run smoothly and efficiently, while fostering strong relationships with our suppliers and leading a talented team. Key Responsibilities: Team Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate the purchasing team to prioritize tasks and tackle challenges effectively. Supplier Management: Build and maintain robust relationships with suppliers, including travel to UK-based partners and occasional international trips (3-4...

Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Rotherham Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 per annum Working Pattern: Full Time (40 hours per week, 8:30am - 5:30pm) Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for procurement? Do you have the skills to manage a significant purchasing portfolio? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our thriving client as their Purchasing Manager! About the Role: In this exciting position, you will oversee a 25 million spend and manage a 7 million inventory. Your mission? To ensure purchasing operations run smoothly and efficiently, while fostering strong relationships with our suppliers and leading a talented team. Key Responsibilities: Team Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate the purchasing team to prioritize tasks and tackle challenges effectively. Supplier Management: Build and maintain robust relationships with suppliers, including travel to UK-based partners and occasional international trips (3-4...

At Future we are challenging our core supplier base to optimise cost without compromising on quality. This role will play a key part in categorising spend and executing cost-reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation and RFP support. What you'll be doing Reporting to the Head of Commercial Analysis, this role plays a vital part in identifying efficiency opportunities across the group's contractual base. This project aims to optimise spend through detailed review and application of successfully established procurement processes. Being able to manage large volumes of data from multiple sources and use that information to provide clear recommendations is a key part of the role, as is the ability to maintain a strong focus on the financial impact of consolidation and negotiation. Spend Analysis & Data Visualisation  Categorise all non-major business spend across departments to identify patterns and opportunities Contract Management & Tracking  Build and...

Are you ready to take your procurement expertise to new heights? Join our client, a leader in the Aerospace industry, as an Indirect Buyer and play a pivotal role in sourcing and managing indirect goods and services. If you're passionate about strategic procurement and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Summary: Start date: ASAP Duration: 6 months ongoing Location: Wolverhampton Pay Rate: 21.83 per hour Hours: 37 per week Monday to Friday - all onsite Role Overview: As an Indirect Buyer, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end procurement process across Facilities Management (FM), Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), and Capital Expenditure (Capex). This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with policies, robust sourcing strategies, and effective supplier management. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing & Compliance: - Execute sourcing activities in alignment with procurement policies. - Lead RFQ/RFP processes...

Procurement Manager Location: Greatham, Teesside Client: Tioxide Recruitment Partner: Wolviston Management Services Lead strategic procurement and supplier performance at a major manufacturing site Tioxide is recruiting for a Procurement Manager to join the Finance organisation at Greatham. This is a key commercial leadership role with two main areas of focus: leading commercial sourcing activity for major raw materials, and providing overall leadership for site purchasing activity, the purchasing team and ERP transactional processes. You will bring procurement expertise, market knowledge and strong negotiation capability to help secure timely supply, deliver cost reduction and avoidance, improve value for money and support cash flow. You will also play an important role in supplier relationship management, sustainable procurement and purchasing team leadership. What you ll be doing You will: Develop sourcing strategies for allocated...

Are you an experienced procurement support professional with experience of procurement, frameworks, and contracts? Do you have further extensive experience of public sector procurement and purchasing? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Procurement Coordinator. As a specialist provider of resources to the Property & Associated Technology markets, we are partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their services to customers. The objective of the role will be to support the procurement team in the delivery procurement, new framework agreements, long-term contracts, and dynamic purchasing. Day-to-day activities will centre around the planning, management, administration, and overall delivery of compliant procurement which will include framework agreements, long term contracts, call off agreements, digital purchasing systems and public procurements....

Are you an experienced procurement support professional with experience of procurement, frameworks, and contracts? Do you have further extensive experience of public sector procurement and purchasing? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Procurement Coordinator. As a specialist provider of resources to the Property & Associated Technology markets, we are partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their services to customers. The objective of the role will be to support the procurement team in the delivery procurement, new framework agreements, long-term contracts, and dynamic purchasing. Day-to-day activities will centre around the planning, management, administration, and overall delivery of compliant procurement which will include framework agreements, long term contracts, call off agreements, digital purchasing systems and public procurements....

Construction Buyer - Projects Division Salary: 45k - 55k plus package Location: Office-based with occasional site and supplier visits Job Type: Permanent About the Company Our client is an established and growing construction and refurbishment contractor delivering projects across the education, healthcare, commercial and public sectors throughout the UK. With projects typically ranging from 100,000 to 2 million, the business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, strong client relationships, and commercial reliability. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Construction Buyer to support procurement activities across multiple live projects. The Role We are seeking an experienced Construction Buyer to take ownership of procurement across multiple live refurbishment and fit-out projects. This is a key commercial role responsible for securing best value, managing supplier...

Operational Buyer Location: Warwick (Hybrid arrangement) Contract Length: 12-month contract (Possible Extension) Pay Rate: 350 per day Via Umbrella (Inside IR35) The Opportunity We're supporting a leading global organisation within the engineering and manufacturing space who are looking to appoint an Operational Buyer on an initial 12-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a fast-paced, high-impact procurement role, where you'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of procurement operations while also driving improvements across supplier performance, cost, and process efficiency. You'll be joining a complex, global environment where your ability to manage volume, analyse data, and solve problems proactively will be highly valued. Key Responsibilities As Operational Buyer, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities across a busy and complex business unit, including: Managing a high-volume procurement...

Purchasing Administrator 28,000 - 30,000 per annum Chelmsford, Essex Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm You must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle to be considered for this role due to the location of the business. Are you a highly organised Administrator looking to join a supportive business where your contribution truly matters? Our client is a fast paced, family run organisation known for delivering exceptional service and building lasting partnerships with customers and suppliers. Due to continued success, they are now looking for a proactive and detail oriented Administrator to become a key part of their friendly team. What you'll be doing: Processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate, real-time tracking systems and databases Acting as a key point of contact for suppliers - handling queries, deliveries, and shipment updates Coordinating local and international shipments, working closely with couriers and customs agents Ensuring all customs...

Buyer Stoke on Trent Permanent Full-Time An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded Buyer to join a growing and innovative UK manufacturing business operating within a highly regulated industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive procurement professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You'll play a key role in supporting purchasing and supply chain activity across the full product lifecycle, from new product introduction (NPI) through to production and end-of-life management. Working closely with suppliers and internal teams, you'll help drive supply chain performance, improve processes, support cost-saving initiatives, and ensure materials are delivered efficiently to meet operational demands. We're looking for someone who is engaged, inquisitive, collaborative, and ready to become an important part of a high-performing team culture. The Role Key responsibilities will...

Purchasing Lead Working pattern: Hybrid (up to 2 days remote per week) About the Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to take responsibility for procurement activity at a busy manufacturing site. This is a standalone role, offering a high level of ownership over local purchasing operations while working closely with wider supply chain and operational teams. You will play a key role in ensuring materials and services are sourced effectively, supplier performance is managed, and production requirements are supported without disruption. The role also contributes to broader initiatives around cost efficiency, supply continuity, and process improvement. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day purchasing activity for the site in alignment with wider procurement frameworks Work closely with production, logistics, and operational teams to forecast and fulfil material needs Source suppliers from approved networks and manage purchasing within agreed...

Purchasing Lead Working pattern: Hybrid (up to 2 days remote per week) About the Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to take responsibility for procurement activity at a busy manufacturing site. This is a standalone role, offering a high level of ownership over local purchasing operations while working closely with wider supply chain and operational teams. You will play a key role in ensuring materials and services are sourced effectively, supplier performance is managed, and production requirements are supported without disruption. The role also contributes to broader initiatives around cost efficiency, supply continuity, and process improvement. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day purchasing activity for the site in alignment with wider procurement frameworks Work closely with production, logistics, and operational teams to forecast and fulfil material needs Source suppliers from approved networks and manage purchasing within agreed...

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT) Director of Finance & Procurement Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum Location: Ewell, Epsom (Surrey) Full Time, Permanent Nescot is entering a new phase of strategic development and finance will play a central role in shaping what comes next.We're working exclusively to support the appointment of a Director of Finance & Procurement , a key leadership role responsible for developing and delivering a financial and procurement strategy that underpins growth, sustainability and long-term impact.This is an opportunity to combine strategic influence with operational leadership in a values-driven organisation. The Opportunity Set across a 60-acre campus in Ewell, Nescot is a well-established and ambitious Further Education college. Recently graded Good by Ofsted across all areas and named Surrey Employer of the Year 2024 , the College has a strong foundation and clear plans for the future.As Director of Finance &...

Ref: 23402 Job Title: Japanese speaking Buyer The Skills You'll Need: procurement, food buyer, import, Japanese Your New Salary: 35-40K depends on experience 2 days office (likely increase to 3 days), 2-3 days work from home Permanent Start: ASAP Japanese speaking Buyer - What You'll be Doing: To liaise with Sales Departments to obtain sales forecast and customer feedback, in order to manage demand, plan and place the orders to avoid any shortage and overstock. To liaise with manufacturers and check the shipping/delivery schedule of incoming containers/deliveries. To get the best quotation and terms from suppliers if required to find new items. To manage and develop supplier relationships, ensuring that all suppliers are developed to achieve target levels of business. To liaise closely with the Technical Department to ensure that all new products, ingredients and manufacturers conform to current legal requirements and food safety standards....

Ref: 23402 Job Title: Japanese speaking Buyer The Skills You'll Need: procurement, food buyer, import, Japanese Your New Salary: 35-40K depends on experience 2 days office (likely increase to 3 days), 2-3 days work from home Permanent Start: ASAP Japanese speaking Buyer - What You'll be Doing: To liaise with Sales Departments to obtain sales forecast and customer feedback, in order to manage demand, plan and place the orders to avoid any shortage and overstock. To liaise with manufacturers and check the shipping/delivery schedule of incoming containers/deliveries. To get the best quotation and terms from suppliers if required to find new items. To manage and develop supplier relationships, ensuring that all suppliers are developed to achieve target levels of business. To liaise closely with the Technical Department to ensure that all new products, ingredients and manufacturers conform to current legal requirements and food safety standards....

Materials Buyer - Warrington 45,000 - 60,000 + Package The Opportunity We are working with a well-established and growing 40m turnover Contractor / Developer and House Builder who are looking to strengthen their Commercial team with the appointment of a Materials Buyer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative business with a strong pipeline of residential and mixed-use projects. The role will play a key part in ensuring materials are accurately procured, costed, and managed across multiple live and upcoming developments. The Role As Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for the procurement of building materials across multiple projects, ensuring best value, accuracy, and efficiency throughout the supply chain. A key requirement of this role is the ability to carry out take-offs from drawings to support accurate material scheduling and procurement. Key Responsibilities Carry out material take-offs directly from drawings Procure...

Procurement & Costing Coordinator We are working with a global manufacturing organisation in the Ramsgate area who are looking to employ an Estimator/Buyer to support with the purchasing of materials, create costings based on sales requirements and to provide administrative support to the operations team. The role Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotations Raising of POs, and PRs Generation of RFIs and RFQs. Creation of manufacturing estimates for Sales and Engineering Assist with supplier selection. Work with Quality on vendor performance. Resolution of invoice queries. New suppliers liaison - pricing, delivery and capability. Preparation of purchasing Reports. Analysis of quotations and preparation of comparative analysis. Supplier performance monitoring data preparation. Order progression. Import clearance. About you Must possess sound Commercial awareness Experience within an Engineering Procurement environment. Knowledge of engineering...

Procurement & Costing Coordinator We are working with a global manufacturing organisation in the Ramsgate area who are looking to employ an Estimator/Buyer to support with the purchasing of materials, create costings based on sales requirements and to provide administrative support to the operations team. The role Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotations Raising of POs, and PRs Generation of RFIs and RFQs. Creation of manufacturing estimates for Sales and Engineering Assist with supplier selection. Work with Quality on vendor performance. Resolution of invoice queries. New suppliers liaison - pricing, delivery and capability. Preparation of purchasing Reports. Analysis of quotations and preparation of comparative analysis. Supplier performance monitoring data preparation. Order progression. Import clearance. About you Must possess sound Commercial awareness Experience within an Engineering Procurement environment. Knowledge of engineering...

Trainee / Assistant Buyer Potters Bar, Hertfordshire (Head Office) Up to 45K (DOE) My client are a groundworks and civil engineering specialist, currently recruiting for a Junior Buyer/Assistant Buyer, to work from their office in Potters Bar. Key responsibilities of the role include: Assist the Procurement Manager to ensure materials are delivered to sites in line with site programmes and specification and are purchased at competitive prices Assist in the collation of documentation and issuing of material tender enquiries Assist in the assessment and comparison of material quotations Process new material orders Assist in production of monthly reports detailing material spend Work with the Procurement Manager to research new and relevant products Carry out invoice checking procedure and where necessary deal with invoice queries Continually monitor material lead times, keeping site managers informed, instigate forward material allocation when necessary Assist with...