Buyer & Procurement Officer – E-commerce
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £41,700 per year
Location: Rochdale
Working Hours: Monday–Friday
About the Role
We are a growing e-commerce business seeking an experienced and commercially focused Buyer & Procurement Officer to manage product sourcing, supplier relationships, purchasing and stock procurement across our online retail operations.
The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that products are sourced at competitive prices, purchased in appropriate quantities and available to meet customer demand. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to improve product availability, purchasing efficiency, margins and overall supply performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and evaluate products and suppliers in the UK and international markets.
- Request, analyse and compare supplier quotations, pricing structures and commercial terms.
- Negotiate purchase prices, payment terms, minimum order quantities, lead times and delivery arrangements.
- Raise and manage purchase orders from initial placement through to delivery.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and other suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance, including pricing, product quality, lead times and fulfilment reliability.
- Analyse historical sales, stock levels and purchasing data to support procurement decisions.
- Work with the e-commerce and inventory teams to forecast product requirements and maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Identify potential stock shortages, excess inventory and supply-chain risks and take appropriate action.
- Research new products, suppliers and sourcing opportunities in line with customer demand and commercial objectives.
- Support product range and pricing decisions through competitor, supplier and market analysis.
- Maintain accurate supplier, product, pricing and purchasing records within company systems.
- Review procurement costs and identify opportunities to improve margins and purchasing efficiency.
- Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners regarding shipments, delivery schedules and discrepancies.
- Resolve purchasing issues including delayed deliveries, incorrect quantities, damaged goods and supplier disputes.
- Ensure purchasing activities follow internal approval processes and company procurement procedures.
- Produce regular reports on purchasing activity, supplier performance, stock requirements and cost savings.
Essential Requirements
- Previous professional experience in buying, purchasing, procurement or a closely related commercial role.
- Experience working with suppliers and negotiating prices and commercial terms.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret purchasing, sales and inventory data.
- Good commercial awareness and understanding of cost, margin and profitability.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple suppliers and purchase orders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other business software.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
Desirable Experience
- Previous buying or procurement experience within e-commerce, online retail, wholesale or distribution.
- Experience sourcing products internationally.
- Experience with inventory management, ERP, marketplace or e-commerce systems.
- Understanding of demand forecasting, stock planning and supplier performance management.
- Experience purchasing products for marketplaces or direct-to-consumer online retail operations.
What We Offer
- Permanent, full-time employment.
- Competitive salary of £41,700 per year.
- Opportunity to take responsibility for purchasing and supplier relationships within a growing e-commerce business.
- Professional development and progression opportunities.
Right to Work / Visa Sponsorship
Applicants must provide evidence of their right to work in the UK.
Where applicable, applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship may be considered only where the role and individual applicant meet the relevant UK immigration requirements and the company is able and willing to sponsor the appointment. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Application
Please submit your CV together with details of your relevant buying, purchasing or procurement experience. Candidates should highlight experience in supplier negotiation, product sourcing, purchasing analysis and e-commerce or retail procurement.
Pay: From £41,700.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- UK visa sponsorship
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
