Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager Electrical Wholesale

To £60,000pa + bonus and benefits Leeds

Supplying category-leading products, delivering sector leading levels of customer service, with ambitious expansion plans, looking to appoint a visionary Purchasing Manager to transform and lead their purchasing function in the pursuit of greater operational efficiency and profitability. This is a rare blank sheet opportunity to reimagine, restructure and use your experience to introduce best practice, to create and lead a purchasing function you can be proud of.

The Role Reporting to the Operations Director you will be responsible for developing and implementing the purchasing strategy, supplier relationships, and inventory optimisation. Leading a small but capable team you will work closely with sales, finance, and warehouse operations to ensure a streamlined and commercially driven supply chain.

Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Management

Oversee sourcing, negotiation, and supplier selection across a wide range of electrical components.

Build and maintain strong relationships with UK, European, and global suppliers-including Far East sourcing where relevant.

Negotiate pricing, terms, rebates, and service agreements to maximise margin and secure competitive advantage.

Conduct regular supplier reviews and ensure consistent performance against KPIs.

Inventory Optimisation & Forecasting

Maintain optimal stock levels across a high-SKU product portfolio.

Analyse sales forecasts, historical data, and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions.

Minimise stockouts, obsolescence, and slow-moving items through proactive planning.

Support the development of improved stock management processes and system efficiencies.

Commercial & Operational Leadership

Lead and mentor the small purchasing team, ensuring clarity, accountability, and continuous development.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing strategies with sales opportunities and operational needs.

Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on market conditions, supplier performance, costs, and risks.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and overall business performance.

The Company

One of the UK's leading independent electrical wholesalers who continue to invest heavily in their operations, supply chain, and product range. This is a long-established, highly respected organisation supplying OEMs, panel builders, industrial automation businesses, MRO operations, and specialist engineering clients across the UK and internationally. Due to their continued expansion and increased demand, they are keen to appoint a high calibre Purchasing Manager to join their senior management team and ensure the business maintains its reputation for exceptional availability and service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional with strong technical purchasing experience looking for a fresh opportunity within a growing and forward-thinking business.

You: Experience & Technical Skills

Proven experience as a Finished Goods Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, or Procurement Lead ideally with some electrical distribution, electronics, engineering supply, or similar technical experience.

Skilled in negotiation, supplier management, and contract discussions.

Confident with ERP/MRP systems and comfortable working with complex data sets.

Personal Attributes

Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

A proactive, hands-on leader who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational responsibilities.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business with high customer expectations.

How to Apply So, if you are looking for a fresh and exciting opportunity, within an ambitious fast growing business, that will make the most of your skills, knowledge and experience, then look no further. Please submit your CV quoting job number