Purchasing Officer

Job description

Purchasing Officer

£30,000 – £35,000 | Reports to: Commercial Director | Department: Purchasing

About the Role

A well-established project-led business is seeking a Purchasing Officer to support day-to-day procurement and inventory operations. This role is responsible for sourcing materials and services, negotiating with suppliers, maintaining accurate purchasing records, and managing monthly stock takes.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone organised, detail-driven, and commercially aware.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services in line with approved budgets
• Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery
• Raise and manage purchase orders
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve any delivery or quality issues
• Conduct and reconcile monthly stock takes, investigating discrepancies
• Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies

Requirements

• Experience in a purchasing or procurement role
• Experience with stock control and inventory reconciliation
• Proficient in purchasing systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
• Clear and professional communication skills

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chelmsford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English