Purchasing Manager, Bristol

A fantastic opportunity for a Procurement/Purchasing Manager to join an established organisation based in Bristol with a salary up to £45,000!

Candidates who have had previous experience in procurement/purchasing at manager level and the desire to succeed will be well suited for this role.

Role Responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager include:

• Managing all product categories, including leading brands and the 'Instinct' range.
• Overseeing a small team handling inbound purchases exceeding £25 million annually, managing planning, replenishment, and linking purchasing strategy with the company's sales plan.
• Collaborating closely with the BBS branch network and HQ team to grow margins, profits, prepare and execute stock plans, including bulk and seasonal purchases across various sectors (domestic plumbing, heating, bathrooms, commercial, spares, renewables, and hire).
• Developing and optimizing an industry-leading ERP system, leveraging significant investments made since 2022 to enhance processes and e-commerce presence.
• Overseeing price book administration including strategic market price points and promotions.
• Managing stock portfolio to drive great availability whilst reducing dead stock and managing cash flow.

Person Specifications of the Buyer include:

• Previous experience in developing commercial plans and managing stock.
• Proven team leadership and management skills and track record of developing staff.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, V-lookups) and numerical competency.
• Experience in improving and implementing new processes.

This role would be well suited if you have held a position within procurement as a Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Procurement Lead, Purchasing Team Leader, or Principal Buyer.