About the opportunity:
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Officer/Buyer to take ownership of purchasing and supply chain activities within an established manufacturing business.
Reporting directly to the Operations Director and working closely with the Managing Director, this is a standalone role offering a high level of autonomy and responsibility. The position would suit an experienced procurement professional looking for a stable, long-term opportunity where they can make a genuine impact.
The Role:
You’ll take ownership of the purchasing and supply chain function, ensuring the business is equipped with the right suppliers, at the right cost, delivering the right quality.
Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll play a key role in aligning supply with demand, improving performance, and supporting long-term business growth.
In particular, you will:
- Manage the day-to-day procurement and supply chain activities
- Build and maintain effective supplier relationships
- Negotiate pricing, supply agreements and service levels
- Monitor stock levels and demand forecasts
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain
- Analyse purchasing data and supplier performance
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure continuity of supply
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies
Who we are looking for:
- Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management (manufacturing / FMCG preferred)
- Strong negotiation and supplier management capability
- Commercial mindset with a focus on cost and value
- Data-driven and comfortable working with analytics and forecasting
- Experience with ERP systems and procurement tools
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders
- Proactive, hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment
Why you will love working here:
- Salary: £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Employee perks and wellbeing support
If you have the right attributes, skillset and feel you will be able to add value, then what are you waiting for…hit that apply button to find out more!
Skills Required
- Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management
- Strong negotiation and supplier management capability
- Commercial mindset focused on cost and value
- Comfort working with data analytics and forecasting
- Experience with ERP systems and procurement tools
- Confident communication and ability to influence stakeholders
- Proactive, hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment
- Manufacturing or FMCG experience
What We Do
Vero HR is a UK-based HR outsourcing firm that provides a configurable, scalable blend of expert advice, services, and technology to help organizations manage their people. They offer a comprehensive suite of solutions, including payroll, recruitment, HR technology, and employment law, acting as an extension of their clients' teams to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and drive performance across various sectors, from SMEs to established enterprises.
