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Group Head of Purchasing
Job Posted: 18 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Telford, Telford and Wrekin
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Group Head of Purchasing
Wholesale, Retail & eCommerce | Telford (Hybrid) | £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Are you a natural deal-maker with a sharp eye for cost savings and big-picture strategy? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your decisions directly shape profitability and growth?
We’re looking for a dynamic Group Purchasing Manager / Head of Buying to take ownership of our Client’s central purchasing function. This is your chance to lead from the front, negotiating with suppliers across China, the UK, and Europe, modernising their processes, and building a purchasing function that’s truly best-in-class.
Why You’ll Love This Role
* Make your mark: Take full ownership of supplier negotiations and purchasing strategy.
* Lead & inspire: Manage and develop a small but ambitious team.
* Drive change: Use data and insight to transform buying processes and deliver real savings.
* Think global: Build partnerships with suppliers worldwide (China, UK, Europe).
* Shape the future: Play a pivotal role in helping our growing group business scale profitably.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Centralising and leading the purchasing function from HQ in Telford
* Negotiating contracts and terms to unlock cost savings and stronger partnerships
* Using advanced Excel and data insights to guide smarter buying decisions
* Modernising systems, reporting, and processes to boost efficiency
* Collaborating with warehouse, sales, and finance teams to maximise profitability
* Acting as the face of purchasing for the business, representing the organisation with professionalism and confidence
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in wholesale, retail, or e-commerce buying/procurement
* A strong negotiation track record with international supply chains (ideally China/Asia)
* Commercially sharp with an ability to spot and deliver economies of scale
* Advanced Excel and analytical skills—you love making data work for you
* Team leadership experience (even small teams—you know how to bring the best out of people)
* Personable, confident, and skilled at building strong supplier relationships
* ERP/purchasing systems knowledge is a bonus
* Above all, proactive, ambitious, and hungry to own the role
What We Offer
* £50,000 salary + bonus + pension
* Flexible hybrid working (Telford HQ base) after an initial bedding in period
* The chance to lead and transform a critical function in a profitable, growing group
* A supportive, ambitious team that values new ideas and fresh thinking
Ready to lead purchasing on a global scale?
To apply or for more information please contact Lydia Johnson at Seymour john Recruitment limitedBefore You Apply
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