Purchasing Manager

Specialist M&E Supplier / Distributor | Procurement Strategy & Process Improvement Leeds c.£60,000 + bonus and benefits

Are you a commercially minded Purchasing Manager who enjoys getting stuck in, identifying opportunities and turning ideas into tangible improvements?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing specialist M&E supplier and take real ownership of its purchasing function. You will be expected to hit the ground running, quickly understand the existing procurement operation, identify opportunities to improve processes and performance and put clear, commercially focused strategies in place to support the next phase of growth.

This is a role for someone who wants to make a visible difference.

The company

Our client is a well-established, privately owned UK business operating within the electrical supply and distribution sector. With a strong reputation for quality, service and reliability, the business continues to grow and evolve within a competitive marketplace.

This is a forward-thinking organisation with a strong operational focus, committed to continuous improvement, innovation and long-term supplier and customer relationships. The Purchasing Manager will join a business where there is genuine scope to review, challenge and improve the way procurement operates, working closely with colleagues across the wider business to drive greater efficiency and commercial value.

The role

As Purchasing Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end procurement function, balancing strategic thinking with a highly hands-on approach.

You will develop and introduce sourcing strategies, improve supplier performance, strengthen processes and controls and identify opportunities to reduce cost, improve availability and increase overall procurement efficiency.

Key responsibilities

Developing and implementing strategic sourcing and procurement plans aligned to business objectives

Negotiating contracts, pricing and terms with key suppliers to achieve optimal commercial outcomes

Managing and developing strong supplier relationships, including performance evaluation and compliance

Ensuring continuity of supply and mitigating risk within the supply chain

Monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities for cost savings and improved value

Managing procurement budgets and delivering cost reduction initiatives

Collaborating closely with operations, finance and logistics teams to support business performance

Supporting product sourcing, including alternative supplier identification where appropriate

The person

The ideal Purchasing Manager will be an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in strategic purchasing, supplier management and team leadership. You will bring:

Strong negotiation, contract management and supplier relationship skills

Proven ability to develop and deliver procurement strategies

Excellent analytical and financial acumen & experience working with ERP or procurement systems

Ideally experience within the electrical, manufacturing, or distribution sector

A proactive, commercially minded approach with the ability to influence at all levels

To apply

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated Purchasing Manager to join a successful and growing business, where you will play a key role in shaping procurement strategy and delivering commercial value. If you are an experienced Purchasing Manager looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply in confidence, please submit your CV quoting job reference 10505.