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Purchasing and Stores Manager
Pharmaron —Cardiff
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
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Strategic Procurement Manager
General Dynamics Land Systems UK —Pentrebach
- £55,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Contracts
Non-IT Lead Procurement Partner
Admiral —Cardiff
- Monday to Friday
- Hospitality
- Management
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
3h
Head of Supply Chain
TT Electronics plc —Abercynon
- Full-time
- Management
- Negotiation
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
5d
Procurement Manager
Brush Group —Blackwood
- Hybrid work
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
6d
Director, Global Sourcing
Revvity —Cardiff
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- No degree
Sr. Sourcing Lead
QuidelOrtho —Pencoed
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee assistance programme
- Gym membership
FPT- Cost & Contract Manager
Associated British Ports —Cardiff
- Microsoft Office
- No degree
- Contracts
Procurement Manager
Walker & Sloan —Avonmouth
- Analysis skills
- Contracts
- IT
3d
Supply Chain Improvement Leader
Oxford Instruments plc —Bristol
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Project management
- Annual leave
Sr. Global Procurement Lead
QuidelOrtho —Pencoed
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee assistance programme
- Gym membership
Procurement and Contracts Manager
Framatome —Avonmouth
- Full-time
- Management
- Master's degree
- Contracts
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Purchasing and Stores Manager

Pharmaron -
Cardiff

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Job details

Permanent
8 days ago

Qualifications

Kanban
CIPS
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Organisational skills
Purchasing
IT
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Introduction

Position: Purchasing and Stores Manager

Location: Cardiff

Pharmaron is a global CRO helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 25,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.

We’re proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programmes, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules to biologics and gene therapies, and we work with more than 3,000 global customers. To learn more, visit www.pharmaron.com.

About the Role

Pharmaron is currently looking to recruit a proactive and detail-driven Purchasing and Stores Manager to join our Cardiff site. In this key role, you’ll lead the delivery of purchasing, stores, and administrative services to ensure the smooth and compliant operation of our facility. You’ll be responsible for maintaining optimal stock levels, managing supplier performance, and supporting site-wide operations through robust administrative processes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, regulated environment and is passionate about operational excellence, supply chain efficiency, and team leadership.

Key responsibilities:

Lead end‑to‑end purchasing activities, including POs, supplier onboarding, negotiations, and performance management, ensuring full ISO compliance.
Oversee site stores and inventory to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure continuous supply of quality materials.
Manage chemical and consumable supply, ensuring safe storage, accurate stock control, and effective Kanban systems.
Deliver efficient site administration, including records management, archiving, and coordination of client-owned materials.
Support CAPEX projects through project setup, documentation control, and sourcing competitive quotations.
Manage supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with company standards, ESG requirements, and contractual obligations.
Ensure all processes are compliant, efficient, and aligned with SOPs, regulatory requirements, and ISO standards.
Support audits (internal, ISO, customer) by providing accurate, timely documentation.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive value through supplier optimisation and strategic sourcing.
Provide a professional front-of-house experience for visitors and clients.
Champion company values and promote sustainable, ethical procurement practices.

Candidate Profile

Education:

CIPS qualification (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) - Required
Degree-level education, preferably in a scientific discipline – Desirable
Archivist experience – Desirable

Experience:

Proven track record in a similar purchasing/stores leadership role

Skills & Knowledge:

Strong administrative and organisational skills
Proficiency in ERP, purchasing, and stock control systems
Excellent procurement and negotiation abilities
Effective written and verbal communication
Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently
High attention to detail and a methodical approach
Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office

Why Pharmaron?

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners and collaborators.

How to Apply:

Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 25,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

Salary Competitive
Frequency Annual
Job Reference ukpharmaron/TP/78/682
Contract Type Permanent Contract
Closing Date No expiry date
Job Category Administration (Purchasing)
Division Operations
Location Cardiff, United Kingdom
Posted on 2 June, 2026

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