Purchasing Manager

About the Job:
We're seeking an experienced and proactive Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing operations for a successful, growing British consumer goods business (health and beauty) based in Wimbledon. You'll take ownership of procurement strategy, supplier relationships, inventory and budget management, and product development initiatives ensuring the right products land at the right time and the right price. This is a fast-paced, hands-on, office-based role suited to a Purchasing Manager with strong leadership instincts, sharp market awareness, and the ability to work confidently across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business growth targets. Build, manage, and develop supplier relationships across international markets. Oversee inventory planning and purchasing budgets. Support and drive product development initiatives in partnership with design/product teams. Manage import/export compliance across relevant trade regions. Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing team. Partner cross-functionally with finance, logistics, and commercial teams. The Company: A market-leading and growing health and beauty business in Wimbledon, known for innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

The team is ambitious and collaborative, with a genuine commitment to continuous improvement – this is a role where your ideas will shape the purchasing function, not just support it. The Package:
The Purchasing Manager will earn a basic salary in the region of £45,000 – £50,000 depending on the successful candidate's skills and experience.

The Person :

Experience:

Managerial experience with a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams. 3 years’ experience in Purchasing / Procurement is desired.

Skills:

Advanced Excel or equivalent data analysis capability; familiarity with systems such Net Suite is an advantage. Background:
Your purchasing / procurement experience will have been attained working with consumer goods. While health and beauty or fashion experience is especially welcome, experience in any consumer goods category will be of interest. Attributes:
Self-driven, commercially astute, adaptable, and able to perform under pressure

Qualifications:

Fluent written and spoken English essential. MCIPS (or similar) preferred;

Location:

Office-based, within commutable distance of Wimbledon Contact:
Saul Bainton Reference: SBB/262809 Sector:
Consumer Goods (Health & Beauty) Candidate care:
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