Posted:
2 days ago
Category:
Executive Positions
Deadline:
January 22, 2026
Express Recruitment are excited to be working alongside one of the UK’s leading industrial equipment suppliers who are recruiting for a Purchasing Manager, based in Nottingham.
This is a strategically important role in the business, and the successful candidate will take responsibility for building a cost effective and stable supply chain.
There is a competitive starting salary of up to c£80,000 D.O.E alongside fantastic employee benefits such as staff discounts, healthcare plan, pension scheme, an excellent training and development program and much more!
Responsibilities
* Manage the entire purchasing department, identifying employee skills gaps and providing relevant advice and training where needed
* Negotiate and influence suppliers to achieve the best market rates for specified products
* Develop current inventory management strategies to improve stock accuracies
* Monitor ongoing product failure rates and negotiate resolutions with suppliers
* Hold accountability for product cost, quality, reliability, and delivery
Skills & Qualifications
* CIPS (level 4 minimum) or equivalent in Supply Chain or Purchasing
* Proven experience in a managerial supply chain or buyer’s role
* Experience purchasing plant hire or hydraulic/electrical/pneumatic machinery
* Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
* Proven experience hitting/exceeding team/personal KPI targets
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.
We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations.
Vacancy Summary
Hours: Monday-Thursday 08:30 – 18:00, Friday 08:30 – 17:00
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.
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