Job Description

Purchasing & Imports Manager

Overview

Are you a commercially savvy professional with a passion for food and a knack for managing purchasing and imports? As our client continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Purchasing & Imports Manager to take ownership of purchasing, imports, stock availability, and supplier management functions. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing the full purchasing lifecycle—from supplier forecasting and imports to stock control, compliance, and commercial performance.

Benefits

• Salary £35,000 basic + 20% discretionary performance-related bonus
• Permanent position
• Full-time
• 28 days including bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days
• Company pension, employee discounts, and on-site parking
• Opportunity for long-term progression and development within a growing premium food business

Responsibilities

• Purchasing, Imports & Supply Chain Management
• Manage the full purchasing lifecycle, from supplier forecasting and ordering to product availability and lifecycle management.
• Coordinate weekly imports from Europe, including customs documentation, health certificates, and import declarations.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships across Spain, Europe, and the UK.
• Negotiate supplier pricing, challenge cost increases, and protect business margins.
• Oversee the goods-in process, ensuring accurate receipting, batch tracking, and compliance with food safety standards.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations on inventory management, stock adjustments, and batch traceability.
• Support stock investigations, line checks, and monthly stock takes.
• Manage purchasing forecasts and stock planning based on sales trends, seasonal demand, and promotions.
• Produce weekly and monthly purchasing, stock, and availability reports for senior management.
• Analyse stockholding, availability risks, and purchasing performance to support decision-making.
• Manage supplier technical documentation and compliance records
• Lead product non-conformance investigations and supplier corrective actions

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Buyer, Purchasing, or Supply Chain role.
• Strong understanding of imports, customs procedures, and supplier management.
• Experience in food, FMCG, wholesale, or distribution sectors.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing forecasting, stock control, and inventory processes.
• Commercial awareness and analytical capability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of BRCGS standards, food compliance, or customs processes (advantageous).

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