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Purchasing Manager
Berry & Escott Engineering Ltd. —Bridgwater
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Sick pay
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TPP Retail Group —Weston-super-Mare
- £36,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
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- In-person
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
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Screwfix —Yeovil
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Earthy Developments —Glastonbury
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Project management
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
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Purchasing Manager

Berry & Escott Engineering Ltd. -
Bridgwater

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Job details

Full-time
£45,000 - £55,000 a year

Benefits

Company pension
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

CIPS
Procurement
MRP
Purchasing
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

About Us

Berry & Escott is a well-established engineering and fabrication company, delivering high-quality ferrous and non-ferrous solutions to a wide range of industries. With a team of 60+ employees, we pride ourselves on our technical expertise, responsive service, and commitment to continuous improvement across our design and manufacturing processes.

About the role

Berry & Escott is looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead and improve our purchasing function.

This is a hands-on role for someone who can manage the day-to-day buying activity while also improving supplier performance, purchasing processes, stock discipline and commercial control across the business.

The successful candidate will take ownership of purchasing operations, develop stronger supplier relationships, support internal departments, and help ensure materials and services are sourced cost effectively, on time, and to the required quality standard.

This role would suit someone with solid purchasing experience in an engineering, manufacturing or industrial environment who is confident making decisions, challenging poor supplier performance, and driving practical improvement.

Key responsibilities

Lead the purchasing function and manage daily procurement activity
Source materials, consumables, plant and subcontract services in line with business requirements
Negotiate pricing, lead times, supply agreements and commercial terms
Build and manage supplier relationships to improve cost, quality and delivery performance
Monitor stock levels and purchasing patterns to support better planning and control
Work closely with operations, production, estimating and accounts to ensure requirements are understood and delivered
Review and improve purchasing procedures, systems and reporting
Support cost reduction, supplier consolidation and general efficiency improvements
Help ensure purchase orders, supplier records and procurement data are accurate and well managed
Provide leadership and structure within the purchasing department

What we are looking for

Essential

Proven experience in a purchasing or procurement role at senior buyer or manager level
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
Experience working in a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment
Good commercial awareness and cost control mindset
Confident using ERP, MRP or purchasing systems
Able to prioritise, organise workload and manage competing demands
Strong communication skills and able to work effectively across departments
Practical, hands-on approach with a focus on getting things done

Desirable

Previous experience managing or developing a purchasing team
Experience improving procurement processes and systems
Knowledge of stock control and material planning
CIPS qualification or similar professional training

What we offer

Permanent, full-time role
Opportunity to shape and improve an important business function
Varied and commercially important position within an established business
Supportive working environment with direct influence on operational performance

Our Culture

At Berry & Escott, we believe our strength comes from our people. We are proud to foster a workplace where every voice is valued, and everyone feels supported to perform at their best.

A diverse team brings fresh ideas, better decisions, and stronger results—for our people, our customers, and our community. When you join us, you’ll be part of an open and welcoming environment where individuality is celebrated.

To apply

Please send your CV and a short covering note outlining your relevant experience.

Closing Date 5th June 2026.

Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
On-site parking
Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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