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Mybdirect; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing eCommerce business in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join their Product and Sourcing Team. This role involves sourcing, forecasting, and supplier management to ensure cost-effective supply chain operations. Candidates should have strong negotiation skills and experience in procurement, with a salary range of £28,000 to £34,000 per year, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven negotiation skills with suppliers.
• Excellent planning and multitasking abilities.
• Experience in procurement or purchasing roles is preferred.
• Familiarity with sourcing consumer goods directly from Asia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forecasting and purchasing activities.
• Source new products and potential suppliers.
• Analyze product margins for profitability.
• Oversee supplier quality control.
• Track supplier production timelines.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies.
• Maintain records of orders and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Data-driven decision making

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Tools

Inventory management systems

Ordering software

Job description

JOVELA Hemel Hempstead, England, United Kingdom

We’re a fast-growing eCommerce business with expertise in the distribution of high-quality consumer products online. JOVELA encompasses several brands with a wide range of product categories and selling platforms.

We’re a motivated, energetic team with a drive for success, and we’re looking for a Purchasing Manager to join our Product and Sourcing Team. If you’re ambitious, commercially minded, and excited about driving results through strategic purchasing, we’d love to have you grow with us.

As a Purchasing Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping our product range and ensuring smooth, cost-effective supply chain operations. You’ll be responsible for sourcing, forecasting, supplier management, and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support our business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate forecasting and purchasing activities, including placing purchase orders and maintaining our inventory management system
• Source new products and identify potential suppliers to diversify and expand our offering
• Analyse product margins to ensure profitability and make data-informed decisions on selection and pricing
• Monitor and maintain supplier quality control to uphold our high product standards
• Generate detailed reports and conduct data analysis to guide purchasing strategy
• Track supplier production timelines to ensure on-time delivery
• Oversee product and brand control, including packaging requirements, product descriptions, and regulatory compliance
• Develop and implement sourcing and supplier management strategies to improve efficiency and performance
• Meet company buying targets through strategic procurement and supplier negotiations
• Maintain clear, accurate records of orders, production progress, and supplier performance

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Highly organised, with excellent planning and multitasking abilities
• Commercially aware and comfortable making data-driven decisions that benefit the business
• Analytical and process-oriented thinker with strong numerical skills
• A problem-solving mindset focused on continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams effectively
• Previous experience in procurement or purchasing roles is preferred, though we also welcome candidates with the drive to learn (comprehensive in-house training provided)
• Prior experience sourcing consumer goods directly from Asia
• Familiarity with inventory management systems or ordering software

Employment Type

• Full-time

Salary £28,000 - £34,000 per year, depending on experience

Job location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7DU, United Kingdom

Seniority level

• Entry level

Industries

• Retail

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