Job Title: Indirect Purchasing Specialist
Location: Plymouth, Devon - On site role
Recruiting on behalf of: A leading manufacturing business
About the Company
Butler Rose is pleased to be supporting a well-established manufacturing company based in Plymouth in the search for an experienced Indirect Purchasing Specialist. With a strong reputation for engineering quality and innovation, this business plays a key role in serving a range of specialist sectors across the UK and internationally.
Offering a supportive, forward-thinking working environment, the company is committed to continuous improvement and values the contribution of its employees at every level.
Role Overview
This role is focused on managing all aspects of indirect procurement to ensure cost-effective purchasing and smooth operational support across the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost-saving initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily indirect purchasing operations, including processing purchase orders, managing quote requests, and liaising with suppliers
- Run competitive tendering for indirect procurement needs from internal teams or capital expenditure requests
- Handle supplier onboarding and ensure ongoing compliance with company standards
- Manage documentation for on-site contractors
- Coordinate activity with the integrated on-site supplier, including to-buy reports and driving value-added initiatives
- Support customs and logistics queries, including clearance documentation
- Organise onboarding essentials for new staff (business cards, PPE, workwear, etc.)
- Represent the procurement function during audits
- Proactively identify and implement cost-saving opportunities
- Build and maintain productive relationships with key suppliers
- Monitor and implement strategies for reducing indirect inventory levels
Candidate Profile
We are looking for an organised and proactive purchasing professional with experience in indirect procurement. You'll have strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What's on Offer:
- Excellent salary available - please get in touch for disclosure
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Subsidised on-site canteen
- Free on-site parking
- Staff engagement and rewards platform with discounts at over 100 major retailers
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
If you are seeking a new challenge in a stable and respected manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now via Butler Rose to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Please note that our client does not have a Skilled Worker Sponsorship Licence therefore candidates who apply for this role must have immediate right to work in the UK. Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidate may require security clearance.
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.