Purchasing Manager

Select Catering Solutions is looking for a Purchasing Manager to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a key role in our business, managing supplier relationships, stock levels, and procurement strategies while working closely with sales and warehouse teams. In return, we offer a competitive salary of £35,000 - £42,000 per annum, a monthly and annual bonus scheme, and hybrid working (4 days in the office, 1 from home) to give you flexibility while driving real impact.

About Us: Select Catering Solutions is a trusted supplier of high-quality catering products, serving over 500 trade accounts with a diverse range of packaging, consumables, and ingredients. As part of a buying group, we benefit from excellent supplier terms while maintaining an agile and responsive approach to market trends. Our team is collaborative, fast-paced, and dedicated to providing the best solutions to our customers.

Your Role: As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that our procurement processes run smoothly and efficiently, keeping stock at optimum levels, negotiating with suppliers, and identifying new product opportunities. You will be part of the management team, reporting directly to the Managing Director, and playing a crucial role in shaping our product offering.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing supplier relationships, including price negotiations and ensuring product quality.
• Overseeing inventory management, ensuring stock levels align with demand and avoiding shortages or overstocking.
• Working closely with sales teams to understand customer needs and identify new product opportunities.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing records and overseeing cost control using OGL Profit 4.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards, including ISO9001 and BRCGS for Traded Goods.
• Attending buying group meetings and occasional supplier visits to strengthen relationships and keep up with industry trends.

What We’re Looking For

• Procurement or purchasing experience (minimum 2 years)
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience with inventory management and stock control processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and an understanding of procurement platforms.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and communicate effectively.
• Previous experience in the catering industry (Non-Auto Fail).

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid working – 4 days in the office, 1 from home.
• Annual bonus scheme based on company performance.
• Casual dress policy and a friendly, supportive team culture.
• Wellness programme and company pension.
• Free on-site parking for easy commuting.

Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re looking for a dynamic role in a growing business, where you can take ownership and develop your career, we want to hear from you! Click to Apply today.