Purchasing Manager

Position: Purchasing Manager (Permanent)
Purchasing & Logistics Manager
Salary: £50,000-£55,000

Location:

Dukinfield, Greater Manchester – Full-time onsite

Join a specialist engineering business where your planning, purchasing, and logistics skills will directly impact customer delivery.

The business is a well-established name in maintenance and servicing across the UK. They support major manufacturing clients with parts, filters, and engineering services. They're now looking for a hands-on Purchasing & Logistics Manager to take full ownership of stores, stock, purchasing, and logistics operations.

This is a family run, family-feel business. It’s collaborative, it’s growing and now it the time to get on board and cement yourself a job for life here.

What you’ll be doing

* Take full control of purchasing – ordering materials, negotiating prices, and managing supplier terms.

* Time deliveries to keep stock levels lean and accurate.

* Oversee warranty returns and manage credits with suppliers.

* Manage stores systems and stock movements – hands-on when needed.

* Run monthly stock takes and control engineers' van stock.

* Plan cost-effective delivery routes for filters and small parts.

* Work closely with the Performance Analyst to reduce costs.

* Oversee filter packaging, order despatch, and shipping accuracy.

What we’re looking for

* Proven experience in a purchasing, supply chain, or logistics management role.

* Confident negotiating with suppliers and planning deliveries.

* Strong organisational skills and methodical working style.

* Hands-on mindset – willing to get involved when needed.

* Experience with stock control systems.

* Comfortable managing people and driving continuous improvement.

What you’ll get

* £50,000-£55,000 salary.

* 23 days holiday + bank holidays (3 days reserved for Christmas shutdown).

* Private healthcare.

* Discounted gym/health membership.

* Laptop and full office setup provided.

* Free onsite parking.

* Pension scheme.

* Annual pay reviews.

Ready to apply?

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership, make a real impact, and be part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or reach out for a confidential chat