Location: Hybrid (Remote with travel to sites in High Wycombe and Wimborne)
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + 10% Bonus + Benefits
The Opportunity:
We’re working with a growing, international business in the security and access control sector to appoint a Group Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager.
This is a high-impact, hands-on role with a clear mandate: take ownership of procurement and supply chain, bring structure, improve performance, and drive operational efficiency across multiple business units.
Operating across both manufacturing and distribution environments, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building, improving, and making a visible difference.
The Role:
You will lead and develop the purchasing and supply chain function across the group, moving it from a reactive approach to a more structured, proactive, and data-driven operation.
This is a “build and transform” role, where you’ll initially operate hands-on, with the opportunity to grow and lead a team over time.
Key responsibilities include:
Full ownership of purchasing and procurement activity
Developing and implementing a group-wide procurement strategy
Improving supplier performance, delivery, and cost control
Driving better visibility and control of spend
Implementing structured processes, governance, and KPIs
Leading ERP transformation (implementation and optimisation)
Introducing demand planning and S&OP processes
Improving inventory management, stock control, and working capital
Managing supplier relationships, contracts, and performance reviews
Driving continuous improvement across supply chain operationsBudget & Scope:
You’ll oversee a £3.5M purchasing budget, with a strong focus on:
Stock planning and availability
Raw material procurement for manufacturing
Supplier coordination and performance
Operational efficiency and continuity of supplyThe role is less about heavy renegotiation and more focused on planning, control, and execution excellence.
About You:
We’re looking for a hands-on procurement and supply chain professional who thrives in a growing, evolving environment.
Essential:
Proven experience in procurement / purchasing / supply chain roles within an SME environment
Experience operating in less structured, hands-on businesses where you’ve owned the full function or a broad remit
Background in manufacturing, distribution, or technical environmentsYou’ll also bring:
Strong supplier management and commercial awareness
Experience implementing or improving ERP/MRP systems
Ability to introduce structure, processes, and best practice
Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
A proactive, self-starting mindset with a focus on deliveryWhat’s on Offer
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000
10% annual bonus
Hybrid working (with regular site travel)
22 days holiday
Health benefits
Death in service cover
Clear opportunity to shape a function and build a team over timeWhy Join?
This is a unique opportunity to step into a role where you can take full ownership, drive meaningful change, and make a measurable impact within a growing business.
If you come from an SME background and enjoy rolling your sleeves up, building structure, and driving improvement, this role offers exactly that.
Apply now to find out more.
Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity
Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year