Procurement Specialist
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You’ll take real ownership of supplier relationships, costs, and supply flow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where what you do genuinely makes a difference.
The Role
Working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will support the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring materials are available at the right cost, quality and lead time.
This role would suit someone commercially aware, organised and proactive, who enjoys balancing operational purchasing with supplier management and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Supplier Management
Source and procure raw materials, components and services in line with business requirements
Request and evaluate supplier quotations, ensuring alignment with cost, quality and delivery expectations
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value, including cost savings and improved terms
Challenge existing suppliers, pricing and processes to drive efficiencies and improvements
Monitor supplier performance, including quality, pricing and lead times Order Management & Material Planning
Raise and manage purchase orders using MRP/ERP systems
Monitor stock levels and support inventory control to avoid shortages or overstocking
Track orders and ensure timely delivery to meet production schedules
Manage the purchasing inbox and day-to-day supplier communication Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Maintain accurate procurement records, pricing and supplier data
Analyse spends, usage trends and supplier performance
Support reporting on cost savings and procurement efficiencies
Identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with production teams to understand demand and material requirements
Support quality and supplier audits, including non-conformance and corrective actions
Liaise with finance and operations to ensure accurate data and reporting About You
Previous experience in a procurement, purchasing or supply chain role within manufacturing
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
Experience using MRP/ERP systems (experience with systems such as Yooz or similar would be beneficial)
Confident communicator, able to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams
Commercially aware, with the ability to identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities
Proactive, solutions-focused and able to work independently
Strong Excel skills desirable Package
Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Company pension
Life insurance
Free on-site parking
Birthday day off
Supportive and collaborative working environment Apply now
Pivotal Recruit, a brand of Pivotal Partnerships Ltd, is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy
- Location:
- Exeter
- Salary:
- £40,000 /annum Up to £40,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Manufacturing/Surveying
