Senior Buyer

Diamond Search Recruitment is proud to be representing our client in the search for an experienced and driven Buying & Warehouse Manager

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a highly capable Buying & Warehouse Manager to lead purchasing, negotiation, stock control and warehousing operations. This is a key management role responsible for ensuring continuity of supply, cost efficiency and operational excellence across the business.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in sourcing goods and services, managing supplier relationships, overseeing stock control and warehouse functions, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement

• Source, negotiate and purchase goods, materials, components and services in line with cost, quality and delivery targets

• Prepare and raise purchase orders and manage order schedules

• Build, maintain and manage professional supplier relationships

• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures

• Conduct research to identify new suppliers and components

• Monitor supplier performance and compile evaluation data

• Resolve supplier issues relating to price, quality, delivery or invoices

• Negotiate rebate structures and drive cost reduction initiatives

• Monitor market trends and competitor activity

• Provide cost analysis and support cost-saving programmes

• Identify risks and opportunities within the supply chain

Warehouse & Stock Control

• Ensure the smooth and efficient running of the warehouse

• Maintain adequate stock levels to support operational continuity

• Balance stock levels and purchasing activity to protect company cash flow

• Manage Goods In, Despatch and warehouse operations

• Lead and develop Buying and Warehouse teams

Operational & Compliance

• Liaise with Operations, Technical, Sales and Engineering teams to ensure business efficiency

• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental and quality standards

• Support continuous improvement and business enhancement initiatives

• Prepare reports and updates as required

Knowledge & Experience

Relevant experience in a senior or management role

Previous experience within a purchasing team, ideally in the food manufacturing sector

Strong understanding of purchasing processes, negotiation and commercial cost breakdown

Sound knowledge of documented policies and procedures

Understanding of Quality Management systems

Working knowledge of Food Hygiene policies

Basic knowledge of Health & Safety procedures

Strong planning and organisational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills & Key Attributes

Excellent negotiation and influencing skills

Strong problem-solving ability

Resilient and results-driven

Able to build productive working relationships at all levels

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Strong commercial awareness with a focus on cost reduction and value-add

Highly organised with strong time management skills

Advanced Excel skills essential; working knowledge of SAP preferred

Qualifications

CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) qualification or similar desirable

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute and operationally strong professional to join a well-established organisation and make a tangible impact.

To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Diamond Search Recruitment.

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy.