Purchasing manager Work, Jobs in Chigwell, Ess (with Salaries)

Purchasing Manager
Tks Fresh Ltd —London
- £48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Contracts
- In-person
Quick apply
7d
Resturant purchasing manager
damyang limited —London
- £39,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Procurement Lead
UNICEF UK —London
- £63,000 a year
- Full-time
2d
Senior Category & Supplier Relationship Manager
Govia Thameslink Railway —London
- £70,000 - £73,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Driving
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
8d
Assistant Category Manager - Capital Equipment
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £47,951 - £56,863 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
4d
Direct Procurement Manager
Southeastern Railway —London
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Contracts
- Annual leave
Quick apply
9d
Supply Chain Manager
Bill's Support Office —London
- £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Employee discount
Quick apply
3d
Senior Team Leader - Category Merchant
Whole Foods Market —London
- £70,600 - £120,020 a year
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
- Store discount
- Annual leave
9d
Vendor Manager (12 month Fixed Term Contract)
Depop —London
- Full-time
- Remote
- Contracts
- Tax experience
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Procurement and Purchasing Manager
Evgenis UK Ltd —Upminster
- £28,000 - £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Travel
- Organisational skills
Quick apply
Supply Chain Manager
Richard Brendon —London
- £32,000 - £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Quick apply
2h
Category Manager
NextStep —London
- £50,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Contracts Manager, EMEA
Anthropic —London
- £140,000 - £180,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Bachelor's degree
- Contracts
- Flexible schedule
2d
Manager - Purchasing Category Expansion
McKinsey & Company —London
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Doctoral degree
- English
Senior Procurement & Supply Chain Manager
Linesight —London
- Full-time
- Project management
- Contracts
- Construction
Senior Procurement Manager
MBDA —Stevenage
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Contracts
- Free parking
Purchasing Manager
RAFFLES —London
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Hotel
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Sick pay
Quick apply
12d
Procurement Manager
St Mungo's —London
- £55,540 a year
- Full-time
1d
Supplier relation tech lead
Propel Together —London
- £65,000 - £75,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Contracts
- AI
- Communication skills
National Account Manager – Buying Groups
Sika —Welwyn Garden City
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Driving
- IT
- Employee discount
8d

I want to receive the latest job alerts for purchasing manager in chigwell, ess

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Purchasing Manager

Tks Fresh Ltd
London

Quick apply

Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£48,000 a year
7 days ago

Qualifications

Sales
Procurement
Contracts
Purchasing
Food safety
Leadership
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

About Us

Our company is a new, large-scale independent grocery and fresh food retailer launching in London. We are committed to bringing our customers the finest quality products — from fresh produce and dairy to dry goods and specialty items — all under one roof. As we prepare for our exciting opening, we are looking for a talented and experienced Purchasing Manager to join our founding team and play a key role in shaping our product offering from day one.

The Role

As our Purchasing Manager, you will be at the heart of our operations. You will take full ownership of our buying strategy — from identifying the right suppliers and negotiating the best prices, to managing stock levels and ensuring our shelves are always well-stocked with the right products at the right time. This is a hands-on, high-impact role that requires both strategic thinking and day-to-day operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a purchasing strategy aligned with the store’s product range and customer expectations
Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers across all product categories including fresh produce, dairy, meat, deli, dry goods, and non-food items
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing, favourable payment terms and reliable delivery schedules
Monitor and manage stock levels across all categories to minimise waste, prevent out-of-stocks and maximise profitability
Plan and manage purchasing schedules and order cycles to ensure consistent product availability
Analyse sales data and market trends to make informed buying decisions and identify new product opportunities
Work closely with the store management team to align purchasing with promotional plans and seasonal demand
Ensure all products meet quality, food safety and compliance standards
Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising on product quality
Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier contracts and pricing documentation
Requirements
Minimum 3 years of experience in a purchasing, buying or procurement role within the grocery, fresh food or retail sector
Strong knowledge of product categories including fresh produce, chilled, ambient and non-food
Proven experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts
Solid understanding of stock management systems and purchasing software
Ability to analyse sales and stock data to drive buying decisions
Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment
Experience working in an independent or start-up retail environment is a plus
What We Offer
Competitive salary of £48,000 per year

A key leadership role in a brand new, ambitious retail ventureA dynamic, fast-moving and supportive working environment.

The opportunity to build the purchasing function from the ground up
Career growth opportunities as the business expands
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience

Pay: £48,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Quick apply

Refine Your Search

purchasing manager jobs in chigwell, ess