Purchasing Manager

Specialist M&E supplier / distributor Procurement leadership
Leeds
c. 60,000 + bonus and benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Purchasing Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment and is looking to make a real impact on procurement strategy, supplier performance and overall business efficiency.

As Purchasing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering procurement excellence across the organisation, ensuring best value, continuity of supply and strong supplier partnerships.

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 be joining a business that values collaboration, accountability and strategic thinking, while maintaining a hands-on and agile approach to day-to-day operations.

The role:

As Purchasing Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end procurement function, leading strategy and execution across purchasing, supplier management and cost control. You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies that support business growth and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing strategic sourcing and procurement plans aligned to business objectives
• Leading, mentoring and developing the purchasing team to drive performance and continuous improvement
• 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
• This Purchasing Manager role is highly influential, offering the opportunity to shape procurement strategy and deliver measurable commercial impact.

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
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
• 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 10338.