Purchasing Manager - £70,000-£80,000 + Bonus + Benefits - Nottingham (Office Based) Power Tools Workshop Equipment Hands-On Product Knowledge Do you have a passion for tools, machinery, or garage gear - not just professionally, but personally too? Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, classic car restorer, or just someone who knows the difference between an air compressor and an angle grinder, this role could be for you. We're partnering with a leading UK multi-channel business in the tools and equipment sector. They're looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager - not necessarily from retail, but someone who truly understands the products and the people who use them. What's on Offer Lead a team of 3 Buyers and 3 Assistants Own a branded product portfolio worth £10-12m Shape product strategy across stores, catalogue, and online Build and manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, terms, and promotions Work closely with marketing to align promotional campaigns Occasional Far East travel with senior leadership to source new products What They're Looking For An experienced Purchasing Manager from any industry - retail, trade, manufacturing, or distribution A solid track record managing a multi-million-pound spend and leading a buying team A genuine understanding of tools and workshop equipment - power tools, garage tools, welding gear, woodworking machinery, compressors, etc. This could come from your career, your hobbies, or both - what matters is that you "get" the products Why This Role? You'll be joining a stable, well-established business with a strong UK presence and long-standing reputation. This is a role where your input matters - where product knowledge and commercial thinking go hand-in-hand. Package Salary: £70,000-£80,000 + bonus Private healthcare, pension, and life cover 20 days holiday + bank holidays Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-5:30pm, Fri 8:30am-5:00pm 100% office-based in Nottingham Interested? If you're a commercially driven Purchasing Manager who speaks the language of tools, machines, and real users - apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Purchasing Manager - £70,000-£80,000 + Bonus + Benefits - Nottingham (Office Based) Power Tools Workshop Equipment Hands-On Product Knowledge Do you have a passion for tools, machinery, or garage gear - not just professionally, but personally too? Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, classic car restorer, or just someone who knows the difference between an air compressor and an angle grinder, this role could be for you. We're partnering with a leading UK multi-channel business in the tools and equipment sector. They're looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager - not necessarily from retail, but someone who truly understands the products and the people who use them. What's on Offer Lead a team of 3 Buyers and 3 Assistants Own a branded product portfolio worth £10-12m Shape product strategy across stores, catalogue, and online Build and manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, terms, and promotions Work closely with marketing to align promotional campaigns Occasional Far East travel with senior leadership to source new products What They're Looking For An experienced Purchasing Manager from any industry - retail, trade, manufacturing, or distribution A solid track record managing a multi-million-pound spend and leading a buying team A genuine understanding of tools and workshop equipment - power tools, garage tools, welding gear, woodworking machinery, compressors, etc. This could come from your career, your hobbies, or both - what matters is that you "get" the products Why This Role? You'll be joining a stable, well-established business with a strong UK presence and long-standing reputation. This is a role where your input matters - where product knowledge and commercial thinking go hand-in-hand. Package Salary: £70,000-£80,000 + bonus Private healthcare, pension, and life cover 20 days holiday + bank holidays Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-5:30pm, Fri 8:30am-5:00pm 100% office-based in Nottingham Interested? If you're a commercially driven Purchasing Manager who speaks the language of tools, machines, and real users - apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.
Market-leading manufacturing business requires a Buyer. Applicants should have experience in procurement or purchasing as a; Buyer, Junior Buyer Purchasing Assistant or Procurement Administrator, and ideally have previous exposure to an MRP/ERP system. Hybrid working role. The Buyer will join a team of Buyers reporting to a Senior Buyer. The role will be a mix of MRP purchasing, expediting and administrative tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced production manufacturing environment and join a business who are true leaders within their field. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Execute purchasing activities inline with MRP demand and business requirements Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner Expedite orders and maintain close communication with suppliers to ensure OTD/OTIF Liaise with internal departments (planning, production, engineering, quality) to align purchasing needs Maintain accurate purchasing data in the MRP/ERP system, including lead times, pricing, and supplier details Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and non-conformance matters, NCRs Support the procurement team with general administrative duties and reporting Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous experience as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer or in Purchasing Administration or Supply Chain Comfort in, and familiarity to an engineering or manufacturing environment Proactive, positive and detail orientated MRP or ERP literacy would be advantageous Strong relationship building skills, with both internal and external parties Comfortable with hybrid working pattern
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Market-leading manufacturing business requires a Buyer. Applicants should have experience in procurement or purchasing as a; Buyer, Junior Buyer Purchasing Assistant or Procurement Administrator, and ideally have previous exposure to an MRP/ERP system. Hybrid working role. The Buyer will join a team of Buyers reporting to a Senior Buyer. The role will be a mix of MRP purchasing, expediting and administrative tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced production manufacturing environment and join a business who are true leaders within their field. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Execute purchasing activities inline with MRP demand and business requirements Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner Expedite orders and maintain close communication with suppliers to ensure OTD/OTIF Liaise with internal departments (planning, production, engineering, quality) to align purchasing needs Maintain accurate purchasing data in the MRP/ERP system, including lead times, pricing, and supplier details Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and non-conformance matters, NCRs Support the procurement team with general administrative duties and reporting Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous experience as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer or in Purchasing Administration or Supply Chain Comfort in, and familiarity to an engineering or manufacturing environment Proactive, positive and detail orientated MRP or ERP literacy would be advantageous Strong relationship building skills, with both internal and external parties Comfortable with hybrid working pattern
Senior Buyer - £50,000 - hybrid working 2 days WFH Brand-new role created due to continued business growth Reed are thrilled to introduce a newly created opportunity for a dynamic and commercially focused Senior Buyer to join an expanding team. This stand-alone role, reporting directly to the Supply Chain Director and supported by a dedicated Purchasing Assistant offers the chance to shape buying strategy, influence key decisions, and make a visible impact across the business. If you're a strategic thinker with exceptional negotiation skills and a passion for driving value through smart sourcing and strong supplier partnerships, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership and grow with us. What You'll Be Doing Leading the development and delivery of sourcing strategies across dedicated categories to achieve cost, quality, and delivery goals. Managing the full procurement lifecycle: supplier identification, RFQs, negotiations, contract management, and purchase order processing. Conducting market and cost analysis to uncover savings and alternative supply opportunities. Building and nurturing high-performing supplier relationships, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs. Driving negotiations on contracts, pricing, and commercial terms to maximise value. Working closely with Sales, R&D, Supply Chain, and Finance to support operational and strategic objectives. Taking the lead in supplier negotiations to secure competitive terms and strong service levels. Ensuring all procurement activity aligns with internal policies and relevant regulations. Essential Experience At least 5 years' procurement experience , including 2-3 years in a senior or strategic buyer position . Strong background in sourcing, negotiation, and contract management. Demonstrable success in supplier performance management and cost reduction. Proficiency with procurement systems Desirable Qualifications (not essential!) Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, or a related discipline. Professional accreditation such as CIPS . Training in negotiation (e.g., GAP) and process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma . What You'll Bring Exceptional analytical thinking and sound decision-making skills. A confident and skilled negotiator who builds strong, collaborative supplier relationships. Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels. A strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Senior Buyer - £50,000 - hybrid working 2 days WFH Brand-new role created due to continued business growth Reed are thrilled to introduce a newly created opportunity for a dynamic and commercially focused Senior Buyer to join an expanding team. This stand-alone role, reporting directly to the Supply Chain Director and supported by a dedicated Purchasing Assistant offers the chance to shape buying strategy, influence key decisions, and make a visible impact across the business. If you're a strategic thinker with exceptional negotiation skills and a passion for driving value through smart sourcing and strong supplier partnerships, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership and grow with us. What You'll Be Doing Leading the development and delivery of sourcing strategies across dedicated categories to achieve cost, quality, and delivery goals. Managing the full procurement lifecycle: supplier identification, RFQs, negotiations, contract management, and purchase order processing. Conducting market and cost analysis to uncover savings and alternative supply opportunities. Building and nurturing high-performing supplier relationships, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs. Driving negotiations on contracts, pricing, and commercial terms to maximise value. Working closely with Sales, R&D, Supply Chain, and Finance to support operational and strategic objectives. Taking the lead in supplier negotiations to secure competitive terms and strong service levels. Ensuring all procurement activity aligns with internal policies and relevant regulations. Essential Experience At least 5 years' procurement experience , including 2-3 years in a senior or strategic buyer position . Strong background in sourcing, negotiation, and contract management. Demonstrable success in supplier performance management and cost reduction. Proficiency with procurement systems Desirable Qualifications (not essential!) Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, or a related discipline. Professional accreditation such as CIPS . Training in negotiation (e.g., GAP) and process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma . What You'll Bring Exceptional analytical thinking and sound decision-making skills. A confident and skilled negotiator who builds strong, collaborative supplier relationships. Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels. A strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Quest Search and Selection Ltd
Huddersfield, Yorkshire
Quest Search & Selection are currently recruiting for a Senior Assistant Buyer to support the Buyer in sourcing and negotiating product ranges across womenswear categories, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and delivery against agreed KPI targets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, multi-channel fashion retailer operating across eCommerce, retail stores, and subscription platforms. The business is a customer-focused, B2C organisation with a strong presence in the fashion market. Duties & Responsibilities for this Senior Assistant Buyer - fashion : Develop and deliver a commercially strong, profitable, own-label product range. Negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal pricing and quality - the category is TBC but could be Dresses, Tops, Bottoms or Wovens . Own and manage the critical path to ensure adherence to buying deadlines. Analyse sales performance, driving actions to maximise margin and minimise markdown. Track competitor activity to maintain a clear and competitive pricing structure. Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising, Technical, Marketing, and Retail teams. Present product ranges at selection and sign-off meetings. To be successful in this Senior Assistant Buyer - fashion : Ideally having of 2 years' experience operating as a Senior/ Assistant Buyer level. Strong commercial acumen with solid financial awareness. Mush have experience within an own-brand fashion environment, from either clothing, footwear, or accessories Proven track record of developing profitable product ranges. Confident communicator with a collaborative, team-oriented approach. Experienced in working with suppliers, including FOB and landed cost models The benefits of this Senior Assistant Buyer - fashion : 22 days Holidays Discount across the group Great head office environment (this is a fully WIO role) Training & development opportunities Free parking If this opportunity sounds like you and you feel you have the experience and skill and want to be part of a growing and innovative company, then please apply quoting the reference no. JO- We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible. Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Quest Search & Selection are currently recruiting for a Senior Assistant Buyer to support the Buyer in sourcing and negotiating product ranges across womenswear categories, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and delivery against agreed KPI targets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, multi-channel fashion retailer operating across eCommerce, retail stores, and subscription platforms. The business is a customer-focused, B2C organisation with a strong presence in the fashion market. Duties & Responsibilities for this Senior Assistant Buyer - fashion : Develop and deliver a commercially strong, profitable, own-label product range. Negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal pricing and quality - the category is TBC but could be Dresses, Tops, Bottoms or Wovens . Own and manage the critical path to ensure adherence to buying deadlines. Analyse sales performance, driving actions to maximise margin and minimise markdown. Track competitor activity to maintain a clear and competitive pricing structure. Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising, Technical, Marketing, and Retail teams. Present product ranges at selection and sign-off meetings. To be successful in this Senior Assistant Buyer - fashion : Ideally having of 2 years' experience operating as a Senior/ Assistant Buyer level. Strong commercial acumen with solid financial awareness. Mush have experience within an own-brand fashion environment, from either clothing, footwear, or accessories Proven track record of developing profitable product ranges. Confident communicator with a collaborative, team-oriented approach. Experienced in working with suppliers, including FOB and landed cost models The benefits of this Senior Assistant Buyer - fashion : 22 days Holidays Discount across the group Great head office environment (this is a fully WIO role) Training & development opportunities Free parking If this opportunity sounds like you and you feel you have the experience and skill and want to be part of a growing and innovative company, then please apply quoting the reference no. JO- We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible. Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are proudly recruiting exclusively for a leading steels construction & civils business based in Leicestershire for an experienced Senior Buyer or an experienced long standing Buyer with strong longevity in other buying roles seeking that next step up in their buying career. Fantastic reputable & well established steels construction & civils business working with tier 1 contractors on a sub-contract basis as well as taking on their own projects UK wide. If you are a buying, procurement or purchasing professional that wants to work in an SME size business turning over c.£15M where you will be hands on & supporting a small team then this is the role for you, a role where you can get into the thick of things. Duties: Hands on purchasing within civils, steel, lifting, stores and electrical departments. Data analysis skills for cost control and taking part in commercial strategy planning. Relationship building and negotiation skills for supporting operational delivery in a highly changeable environment. Experience operating in an accredited supplier and subcontractor-controlled process and management system, for example ISO9001. Reduce costs and manage commercial risks and exposure. Secure reliable suppliers and maintain good relationships. Work cross functionally to bring efficient buying methods to all departments on products, materials, and services. Purchasing responsibility to include identifying, vetting, negotiating, and managing nationwide suppliers. Maintain a Preferred Supplier List including Schedule of Rates for the Commercial and Build teams to work from. Effective Cost control, responsible for regularly review pricing including annual rate increases, own invoice queries and challenge overcharges. Proactively implement any cost saving initiatives. Developing & maintaining strong supplier relationships, as well as carrying out performance reviews and contractual negotiations. Operational control including managing on/off-hire logs, communicate to commercial any cost creep from extended hire. Effective contract management ensuring all supplier terms are aligned with contractual and financial requirements including training, accreditations and insurance. Set SLAs, allocate risk and follow company onboarding and renewal process within the management system. Cross-functional integration with the commercial department, working closely with the commercial teams during tender bids development and with operational teams on day-to-day delivery. Work with service delivery and back office or stores teams. Ensure that materials and services are bought on time and to the required specification requested from the PM/BMs. Attributes: Vast experience as a construction / civils sector buyer, senior buyer, procurement manager, purchasing manager or similar role carrying out comparable buying duties / tasks. Experience within a construction / civils background, ideally with steels knowledge & experience too. Must be prepared to work 5 days in the Leicestershire office. This buying role could suit someone working as a Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Assistant, Sourcing Manager, Product Category Manager, Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Buyer, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Manager or similar with comparable responsibilities. Commutable from Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire & parts of the West Midlands. Interviews to take place in April. Apply today!
Salary: Competitive Plus Benefits Location: London Store Support Centre and Home, London, EC1M 6HA Contract type: Permanent Business area: Retail Closing date: 15 April 2026 Requisition ID: We'd all like amazing work to do, and real work-life balance. That's waiting for you at Sainsbury's. As the link between sellers and buyers, retail and head office, our Retail Operations team is the cog that keeps things running. With teams focused on store-facing activity, labour, transformation, online, delivery and contact centres, we touch almost every part of the business. It's an incredibly fast-paced environment, where you need to pivot not just daily, but often hourly. So while we plan as much as we can, it's vital that we all think beyond our job descriptions and look for ways to optimise and improve everything we do. There's also a real team ethos here. After all, it's people like you who will truly transform this part of the business. As a Response Manager for Argos & Logistics you'll use your operational expertise and project management skills to provide effective and timely responses to crime and security related incidents across our business. You'll lead the future strategy for incident response, ensuring effective escalation, smooth information flow and clear guidance to colleagues and leadership teams. Working closely with the wider Asset Protection Team and external partners, you'll help keep colleagues and customers safe while reducing loss and enhancing business resilience. This role is contracted to 37 hours per week, 5 over 7 days with the requirements to operate out of hours and to support major incident management across 7 days. This role will require regular national travel, and can be based from any of our store support centres in Manchester, Coventry or London. What you'll be accountable for Creating and managing channels of information to guide the business response to crime and security risks. Leading, coaching and supporting Response Specialists and the Incident Response Assistant. Proactively identifying and targeting high risk stores or areas to reduce colleague and customer safety risks. Partnering with third party providers (e.g., IRC, Mitie) to recruit, train and manage skilled first response operators. Translating data into clear and timely intelligence for the wider business. Supporting business projects by helping design out criminality and mitigate risk. Providing subject matter expertise to senior leaders on crime threats, from safety to criminal damage. Building and maintaining strong external relationships to improve Police collaboration and stay up to date on retail and logistics crime. Essential knowledge & experience Proven track record of successful project management. You will have strong influencing skills and high levels of resilience to support successful project delivery. A detailed understanding of criminal investigations, processes and procedures and the application of criminal law in a commercial business context including in a logistics environment. Strong crime prevention knowledge within the retail and logistics landscape. Knowledge and background in a retail and logistics environment and knowledge of colleague/customer safety landscape. Highly commercially aware, with sound business and wider industry knowledge. Excellent communicator with the ability to influence across all levels, manage teams, and support out of hours incident response. Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office software packages including PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Power BI. What you need to show Ability to communicate effectively across all functions and levels with strong decision making and problem solving skills. Ability to build a credible network across retail leadership and Store Support Centres. Proven experience working collaboratively across multiple business areas. A strong sense of ownership with the ability to prioritise and deliver at pace. Confidence in handling and simplifying large volumes of data into clear messages. A proactive mindset, continuously seeking better ways of working. Flexibility to support Crime & Security and Central Retail teams during weekends and out of hours on call cover. Openness, curiosity and willingness to adapt in changing situations while role modelling our Valued Behaviours. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer so you'll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. Around here, there's always the chance to try something new - whether that's as part of an evolving team or somewhere else across the business - and we take development seriously and promise to support you. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working. When you join our team, we'll also offer you an amazing range of benefits. Here are some of them: Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to save 10% on your shopping online and instore at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat, and we regularly increase the discount to 15% at points during the year. We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover. You'll also be able to share in our success as you may be eligible for a performance related bonus of up to 20% of salary, depending on how we perform. Your wellbeing is important to us too. You'll receive an annual holiday allowance, and you can buy up to an additional week's holiday, and we provide private healthcare. We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, interest free car loan of up to £10k, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, salary advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers. And if you ever need it there is also an Employee Assistance Programme. Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks' pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks' pay for paternity leave. Please see for a range of our benefits (note, length of service and eligibility criteria may apply).
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Salary: Competitive Plus Benefits Location: London Store Support Centre and Home, London, EC1M 6HA Contract type: Permanent Business area: Retail Closing date: 15 April 2026 Requisition ID: We'd all like amazing work to do, and real work-life balance. That's waiting for you at Sainsbury's. As the link between sellers and buyers, retail and head office, our Retail Operations team is the cog that keeps things running. With teams focused on store-facing activity, labour, transformation, online, delivery and contact centres, we touch almost every part of the business. It's an incredibly fast-paced environment, where you need to pivot not just daily, but often hourly. So while we plan as much as we can, it's vital that we all think beyond our job descriptions and look for ways to optimise and improve everything we do. There's also a real team ethos here. After all, it's people like you who will truly transform this part of the business. As a Response Manager for Argos & Logistics you'll use your operational expertise and project management skills to provide effective and timely responses to crime and security related incidents across our business. You'll lead the future strategy for incident response, ensuring effective escalation, smooth information flow and clear guidance to colleagues and leadership teams. Working closely with the wider Asset Protection Team and external partners, you'll help keep colleagues and customers safe while reducing loss and enhancing business resilience. This role is contracted to 37 hours per week, 5 over 7 days with the requirements to operate out of hours and to support major incident management across 7 days. This role will require regular national travel, and can be based from any of our store support centres in Manchester, Coventry or London. What you'll be accountable for Creating and managing channels of information to guide the business response to crime and security risks. Leading, coaching and supporting Response Specialists and the Incident Response Assistant. Proactively identifying and targeting high risk stores or areas to reduce colleague and customer safety risks. Partnering with third party providers (e.g., IRC, Mitie) to recruit, train and manage skilled first response operators. Translating data into clear and timely intelligence for the wider business. Supporting business projects by helping design out criminality and mitigate risk. Providing subject matter expertise to senior leaders on crime threats, from safety to criminal damage. Building and maintaining strong external relationships to improve Police collaboration and stay up to date on retail and logistics crime. Essential knowledge & experience Proven track record of successful project management. You will have strong influencing skills and high levels of resilience to support successful project delivery. A detailed understanding of criminal investigations, processes and procedures and the application of criminal law in a commercial business context including in a logistics environment. Strong crime prevention knowledge within the retail and logistics landscape. Knowledge and background in a retail and logistics environment and knowledge of colleague/customer safety landscape. Highly commercially aware, with sound business and wider industry knowledge. Excellent communicator with the ability to influence across all levels, manage teams, and support out of hours incident response. Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office software packages including PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Power BI. What you need to show Ability to communicate effectively across all functions and levels with strong decision making and problem solving skills. Ability to build a credible network across retail leadership and Store Support Centres. Proven experience working collaboratively across multiple business areas. A strong sense of ownership with the ability to prioritise and deliver at pace. Confidence in handling and simplifying large volumes of data into clear messages. A proactive mindset, continuously seeking better ways of working. Flexibility to support Crime & Security and Central Retail teams during weekends and out of hours on call cover. Openness, curiosity and willingness to adapt in changing situations while role modelling our Valued Behaviours. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer so you'll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. Around here, there's always the chance to try something new - whether that's as part of an evolving team or somewhere else across the business - and we take development seriously and promise to support you. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working. When you join our team, we'll also offer you an amazing range of benefits. Here are some of them: Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to save 10% on your shopping online and instore at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat, and we regularly increase the discount to 15% at points during the year. We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover. You'll also be able to share in our success as you may be eligible for a performance related bonus of up to 20% of salary, depending on how we perform. Your wellbeing is important to us too. You'll receive an annual holiday allowance, and you can buy up to an additional week's holiday, and we provide private healthcare. We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, interest free car loan of up to £10k, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, salary advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers. And if you ever need it there is also an Employee Assistance Programme. Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks' pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks' pay for paternity leave. Please see for a range of our benefits (note, length of service and eligibility criteria may apply).
Market-leading manufacturing business requires a Buyer. Applicants should have experience in procurement or purchasing as a; Buyer, Junior Buyer Purchasing Assistant or Procurement Administrator, and ideally have previous exposure to an MRP/ERP system. Hybrid working role. The Buyer will join a team of Buyers reporting to a Senior Buyer. The role will be a mix of MRP purchasing, expediting and administrative tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced production manufacturing environment and join a business who are true leaders within their field. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Execute purchasing activities inline with MRP demand and business requirements Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner Expedite orders and maintain close communication with suppliers to ensure OTD/OTIF Liaise with internal departments (planning, production, engineering, quality) to align purchasing needs Maintain accurate purchasing data in the MRP/ERP system, including lead times, pricing, and supplier details Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and non-conformance matters, NCRs Support the procurement team with general administrative duties and reporting Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous experience as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer or in Purchasing Administration or Supply Chain Comfort in, and familiarity to an engineering or manufacturing environment Proactive, positive and detail orientated MRP or ERP literacy would be advantageous Strong relationship building skills, with both internal and external parties Comfortable with hybrid working pattern
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Market-leading manufacturing business requires a Buyer. Applicants should have experience in procurement or purchasing as a; Buyer, Junior Buyer Purchasing Assistant or Procurement Administrator, and ideally have previous exposure to an MRP/ERP system. Hybrid working role. The Buyer will join a team of Buyers reporting to a Senior Buyer. The role will be a mix of MRP purchasing, expediting and administrative tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced production manufacturing environment and join a business who are true leaders within their field. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Execute purchasing activities inline with MRP demand and business requirements Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner Expedite orders and maintain close communication with suppliers to ensure OTD/OTIF Liaise with internal departments (planning, production, engineering, quality) to align purchasing needs Maintain accurate purchasing data in the MRP/ERP system, including lead times, pricing, and supplier details Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and non-conformance matters, NCRs Support the procurement team with general administrative duties and reporting Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous experience as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer or in Purchasing Administration or Supply Chain Comfort in, and familiarity to an engineering or manufacturing environment Proactive, positive and detail orientated MRP or ERP literacy would be advantageous Strong relationship building skills, with both internal and external parties Comfortable with hybrid working pattern
