Procurement Manager Location: Remote (Home Based UK) Working Hours: This is a UK-based role supporting US stakeholders. Flexibility to accommodate US time zones is required from time to time, balanced with a flexible and outcome-focused approach to working hours. Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience We re looking for a proven and experienced Procurement Manager to join our established and growing branded merchandise provider operating within the US collegiate market. This is a UK-based role with a strong US focus, working primarily with US universities, campus stores, suppliers, and partners. The successful candidate will bring deep buying experience to a growing business in the university campus store space, where we drive customer engagement by delivering high-quality branded merchandise with passionate, world-class service. Reporting into senior leadership, the Procurement Manager will work closely with US-based store managers and retail operations teams to...

Estimating & Procurement Manager Location: Aylesford Salary: 40,000- 45,000 Hours: Full-time, Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm We are recruiting an Estimating & Procurement Manager to join a well-established retail manufacturer on a permanent basis. This is a key leadership role, managing a team of three, overseeing accurate quotations, strategic purchasing, supplier relations, and providing data-driven reporting to support production and procurement decisions. What you'll do: Lead a small team, setting objectives, monitoring performance, and identifying training needs Prepare accurate job estimates for printed packaging products, factoring materials, machine use, labour, and customer requirements Develop and maintain pricing models aligned with company strategy and market benchmarks Oversee all purchasing activities for raw materials, outsourced services, and production supplies Negotiate with suppliers to ensure cost, quality, and service targets are met Monitor supplier...

Freelance Residential Buyer Required - Immediate Start Position: Buyer Location: Surrey Rate: £250 - £300 per day (depending on experience) Duration: Ongoing (minimum 3 months) We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Buyer to join a residential developer on an immediate basis. This role sits within the commercial team and will involve working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure efficient, timely, and cost-effective procurement across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities Conducting take-offs and scheduling of materials and packages from drawings and specifications Managing procurement processes, including issuing enquiries, tender analysis, and placing orders Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve best value Liaising with design teams to manage design changes and update material schedules Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships Supporting cost reporting, budgeting, and forecasting...

Construction Buyer Location: Hornchurch Salary: 30,000 - 45,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm Benefits 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Company pension scheme Onsite parking We are seeking an experienced and proactive Buyer to join our client's established construction company based near Hornchurch. This is a key role responsible for managing the procurement of materials, components, and subcontractor services to support the successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. Working closely with site teams, project managers, and their in-house joinery workshop, you will play a vital part in ensuring smooth operations across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities Source, price, and order materials for site and workshop requirements, ensuring best value, quality, and lead times Raise and manage purchase orders in line with project requirements Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers,...

Construction Buyer Location: Hornchurch Salary: 30,000 - 45,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm Benefits 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Company pension scheme Onsite parking We are seeking an experienced and proactive Buyer to join our client's established construction company based near Hornchurch. This is a key role responsible for managing the procurement of materials, components, and subcontractor services to support the successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. Working closely with site teams, project managers, and their in-house joinery workshop, you will play a vital part in ensuring smooth operations across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities Source, price, and order materials for site and workshop requirements, ensuring best value, quality, and lead times Raise and manage purchase orders in line with project requirements Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers,...

Purchasing Assistant / Assistant Buyer Redditch Full-Time, Permanent An established and growing manufacturing organisation is looking for a motivated Purchasing Assistant / Assistant Buyer to join its busy supply chain team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with some purchasing or administrative experience to develop their career within procurement and gain exposure to supplier management and buying activities. The Role Supporting the procurement function, you will assist with the day-to-day purchasing activities to ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently and delivered on time. You'll work closely with internal teams and suppliers, helping to maintain smooth operations and strong supplier relationships. Key Responsibilities Raise and update purchase orders in line with business requirements Support the Buyer with supplier communication and relationship management Track orders and proactively follow up on deliveries Assist in resolving...

Purchasing Assistant / Assistant Buyer Redditch Full-Time, Permanent An established and growing manufacturing organisation is looking for a motivated Purchasing Assistant / Assistant Buyer to join its busy supply chain team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with some purchasing or administrative experience to develop their career within procurement and gain exposure to supplier management and buying activities. The Role Supporting the procurement function, you will assist with the day-to-day purchasing activities to ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently and delivered on time. You'll work closely with internal teams and suppliers, helping to maintain smooth operations and strong supplier relationships. Key Responsibilities Raise and update purchase orders in line with business requirements Support the Buyer with supplier communication and relationship management Track orders and proactively follow up on deliveries Assist in resolving...

£28,500 - £30,000 DOE Nottingham We're working with a well-established, creative business that produces beautiful printed products and gifts sold through inspiring retailers worldwide. Known for its strong values, inclusive culture and long-standing reputation for quality, this organisation is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join its Operations team to play a vital role in supporting the end-to-end purchasing and supply function for the business. You'll work closely with suppliers, print partners, and internal teams, supporting the Purchasing Lead to ensure purchase orders are raised correctly, stock levels are optimised, and deliveries for their retail clients are on track. If you are organised, detail-oriented, and process driven, and enjoy being the person who keeps everything moving behind the scenes, this could be a great fit. What You'll Be Doing: Purchasing & Supplier Support Raise purchase orders, ensuring all details, specs and controls are in...

Procurement Admin Oldham Up to £29,000 depending on experience 24 day holiday Hybrid working after probation 9am - 5pm Our client, a leading organisation in the construction sector, is looking for a dynamic Procurement Admin to join their team in Oldham! This is an exciting opportunity to provide vital procurement and administrative support that ensures projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and punctually. What You'll Be Doing: As a Procurement Admin, you will play a key role in supporting the Contract Managers and Project Managers across various projects. Your responsibilities will include: Managing Communication: Handle incoming telephone calls professionally and courteously. Facilities Administration: Oversee the company's facilities and maintain smooth operations. Equipment Management: Facilitate hires and off-hires of plant and equipment, ensuring optimal usage. Supplier Liaison: Work with hire companies and suppliers to ensure...

EMEA Category Specialist - Construction, Facilities & Property (EMEA) DS Smith Here at DS Smith, we are looking for a proactive and delivery-focused EMEA Procurement Category Specialist to support the procurement of Construction, Facilities & Property services across our EMEA operations. About the role Reporting to the EMEA Category Manager for Construction, Facilities and Property, you will play a key role in delivering sourcing activity, supporting site and project teams, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring procurement processes are followed effectively across the Construction, Facilities & Property category. This category covers a wide range of services including Property Rental, Office & Site Costs, Hard & Soft FM services, and Construction-related labour, materials, contractors, equipment, and project resources. You will help drive value, ensure compliance, support sustainability objectives, and work closely with stakeholders to...

New Job Opportunity Job:  Procurement Manager Location:  Northamptonshire Type:   Hybrid / Full Time / Permanent / 37.50 hours per week Salary: From £45k per annum This role requires you to work in our HO in Northampton a minimum of 1-2 days per week Closing Date 30/3/26 or sooner if the right candidate is offered Purpose of Role: Leading Procurement categories, working with business stakeholders to develop long term strategies to deliver quality, value, and service. Through category management develop strong supplier relationships to deliver innovation, compliance, cost benefits and mitigate risk.  Build strong and meaningful stakeholder and supplier relationships to drive high performance of the 3rd party supply base to maximise quality, value and standards within our business. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Provide leadership to the business on all procurement related activity within portfolio Develop and implement category strategies...

Logistics & Purchasing Assistant Location: Birmingham - Hybrid - 2 days WFH and 3 days office Job Type: Full-time About the Role My client a growing B2B Technology distributor based in Birmingham are looking for a highly organised and proactive Logistics & Purchasing Assistant to support smooth day to day operations across logistics, purchasing, customer service, and supplier management. In this role, you'll be a key link between customers, suppliers, couriers, and internal teams - helping to keep operations on track, documents accurate, and queries resolved efficiently. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem solving, and have excellent communication skills, this is a great opportunity to develop within a busy and collaborative operations team. Key Responsibilities Manage the customer returns inbox and process all new and existing returns Arrange collections, complete customs documentation, provide customer updates, and issue credit notes Track...

Logistics & Purchasing Assistant Location: Birmingham - Hybrid - 2 days WFH and 3 days office Job Type: Full-time About the Role My client a growing B2B Technology distributor based in Birmingham are looking for a highly organised and proactive Logistics & Purchasing Assistant to support smooth day to day operations across logistics, purchasing, customer service, and supplier management. In this role, you'll be a key link between customers, suppliers, couriers, and internal teams - helping to keep operations on track, documents accurate, and queries resolved efficiently. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem solving, and have excellent communication skills, this is a great opportunity to develop within a busy and collaborative operations team. Key Responsibilities Manage the customer returns inbox and process all new and existing returns Arrange collections, complete customs documentation, provide customer updates, and issue credit notes Track...

We are seeking a motivated Buyer to join a highly successful Purchasing team, supporting the smooth and efficient supply of materials, components, and services required for production. In this role, you will manage sourcing and purchasing activities, negotiate with suppliers, and help secure the best balance of cost, quality, and delivery. You'll also monitor stock levels, raise purchase orders, track deliveries, and contribute to supplier performance management while working closely with internal teams. Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day purchasing activity Negotiating with suppliers and identifying cost-saving opportunities Raising and tracking purchase orders and deliveries Monitoring inventory to support production needs Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships Resolving issues relating to quality, pricing, and supply Supporting supplier reviews and reporting Collaborating with production and warehouse teams Ensuring compliance with...

Procurement Admin Oldham Up to 29,000 depending on experience 24 day holiday Hybrid working after probation 9am - 5pm Our client, a leading organisation in the construction sector, is looking for a dynamic Procurement Admin to join their team in Oldham! This is an exciting opportunity to provide vital procurement and administrative support that ensures projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and punctually. What You'll Be Doing: As a Procurement Admin, you will play a key role in supporting the Contract Managers and Project Managers across various projects. Your responsibilities will include: Managing Communication: Handle incoming telephone calls professionally and courteously. Facilities Administration: Oversee the company's facilities and maintain smooth operations. Equipment Management: Facilitate hires and off-hires of plant and equipment, ensuring optimal usage. Supplier Liaison: Work with hire companies and suppliers to...

Stores & Procurement Coordinator 30-33K Aldershot Stores & Procurement Coordinator urgently required for a leading manufacturing business based in Aldershot, This is an excellent opportunity for an all rounder! The role is very varied and will require someone with both the experience within procurement and also the hands on stores duties aswell including the heavy lifting, FLT operation, stock checks etc. This role is to support the efficient operation of both the Stores and Procurement functions by managing material flow, raising and processing purchase orders, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Ensuring materials availability, stock accuracy, and timely purchasing to support production demands, You will be a key component to the business and will be required to Respond to internal and external queries relating to materials and purchasing. Stores & Materials Responsibilities: Receive, inspect, and book in raw materials, ensuring...

Bolton Are you passionate about executing and managing critical and complex supplier subcontracts? Do you have experience of providing work collaboratively with UK and/or international suppliers whilst protecting the commercial position? Salary : Circa £ 48,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave:...

Buyer (Seasonal) Key Responsibilities: Monitor and manage the office purchasing system, ensuring orders are placed and discounts are negotiated where possible. Establish and maintain relationships with store staff and managers to improve sourcing efficiency. Source items directly from stores to expedite order fulfilment, particularly for urgent client requests. Ensure timely and accurate receipt of orders in good condition. Keep up to date with market trends, discontinued and unavailable items. Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Optimise bulk purchases for cost-effectiveness. Track and resolve outstanding orders, including searching for items in less accessible shops. Maintain a log of stores that stock frequently purchased items. Receive deliveries, verify their accuracy, and organise safe packaging and shipping. Coordinate the safe packing and shipment of items, including handling hazardous materials as necessary. Assist in...

Are you an excellent communicator with a talent for building relationships and securing long-term contracts for property procurement We're looking for proactive Property Procurement Officers to join our client and play a key role in sourcing and procuring properties in line with our values and compliance standards. Needed to work in the areas of London, Milton Keynes (inc Luton and Bedford), Brighton & South Coast, Mid Wales, South East/East of England or North Wiltshire This is varied and dynamic role, where you'll manage your own caseload, travel to meet stakeholders in your allocated area, building relationships with prospective & existing clients, sourcing properties for the organisation to procure for long term contracts and carry out essential procurement administration. You'll work closely with internal teams, local authorities, and external partners to ensure all property acquisitions meet both business objectives and legal requirements. Key Responsibilities:...

Bristol Can you lead others? Are you capable of managing critical supplier subcontracts? Can you negotiate contractual frameworks and understand the importance of rigorous contracting? Do you have experience of providing commercial guidance and would love the opportunity to work collaboratively with suppliers? As a Procurement Subcontract Specialist for the Project Procurement team (P-PROC) you will partner our suppliers and enable MBDA to provide world-leading defence capabilities for our Home Nations and their Allies Salary : Circa £50,000 - £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification, plus travel between sites Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security...