Procurement & Operations Manager - Luxury Furniture & Design

Procurement | Bespoke Design | British Craftsmanship | Specialist Materials | Luxury Brand Operations

Exceptional pieces begin with inspired design. Bringing them to life takes exceptional people.

At David Harber, we create internationally renowned sculptures, sundials and water features for some of the world's most prestigious private, commercial and public spaces.

Behind every piece is a carefully coordinated blend of creative talent, skilled craftsmanship, specialist materials and trusted partners.

As our Procurement & Operations Manager, you'll bring these elements together, helping our team translate artistic vision into beautifully finished pieces, ready to take their place in extraordinary settings.

You’ll take ownership of procurement, supplier relationships, materials and stock, working closely with our design and workshop teams to ensure every commission receives the care, planning and attention it deserves.

Alongside the day-to-day, you'll have the opportunity to refine how we work, introduce better systems and grow towards broader operational leadership within an established British luxury design business.

Procurement & Operations Manager

Oxfordshire - Fully site-based during probation, with potential for one day working from home thereafter

£49,000-£52,000 DOE

• Full Time | Permanent
• Company:
  Multi-award-winning, internationally renowned luxury sculptures, sundials and water features
• Our Values:
  Creativity. Teamwork. Excellence. Collaboration. Pride
• Environment:
  Bespoke Design | British Craftsmanship | Exceptional Materials
• Focus:
  Procurement | Supplier Relationships | Materials & Stock | Workshop Operations | Delivery
• Systems:
  Sage 200 ERP | Inventory & Process Improvement
• Career Progression:
  Opportunity to Develop Towards Head of Operations

David Harber is an internationally recognised British design business whose sculptures, sundials and water features bring artistry and individuality to private gardens, public landscapes and distinguished commercial spaces around the world.

Every piece brings together creative vision, craftsmanship and engineering, with exceptional attention to form, materials and finish.

That same care extends behind the scenes. Our designers, craftspeople and wider team work closely with specialist suppliers and partners to bring each piece to life. You'll play a central role in making that collaboration work beautifully.

Reporting to the Design & Operations Director, you'll connect our Design, Production, Sales and Finance teams with the suppliers and specialists who support their work.

Procurement will sit at the heart of your role. You'll source materials and services, nurture supplier relationships and manage pricing and lead times, balancing exacting quality standards with sound commercial judgement.

You’ll also oversee stock and materials, coordinate logistics and fleet requirements, and support Health & Safety across the site. With a close understanding of the workshop's needs, you’ll help work move smoothly from design through making, finishing and delivery.

A key project will be supporting the adoption of Sage 200 ERP, replacing manual stock processes with clearer information and more effective planning.

This is a hands‑on opportunity with real scope to shape the detail and improve the bigger picture.

• Lead purchasing across specialist materials and subcontracted services.
• Build dependable supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, terms and lead times.
• Monitor quality, supplier performance, expenditure and supply risks.
• Ensure our craftspeople have the right materials at the right time, balancing quality, availability and…