Purchasing Support Analyst

Micheldever Tyre Services (MTS) was founded in 1972 as a part-time venture providing car servicing and tyres. Today, Micheldever Group is the fastest growing wholesaler, distributor and retailer of tyres in the UK, selling six million tyres nationwide, (20 percent of the total UK market) and employing approximately 2100 employees - company wide. To support this business, we have built a wholesale distribution network of 14 sites around the UK supplying over 6,000 retailers and our own retail chain Protyre which is consistently growing. This is achieved by skilled, focused and determined teams across 1 central distribution and 13 warehouse operations nationwide.

About the Role & About you

We’re currently undergoing a major Digital Transformation programme, introducing systems such as D365 and Slimstock.

As part of this journey, we’re looking for a Purchasing Support Analyst to join the Supply Chain team in a newly created permanent role. You’ll take ownership of the centralised ad hoc purchasing process for retail centres, ensuring requests are managed efficiently, products are accurately set up, and stakeholders have clear visibility throughout the order process.

This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to ERP systems, cross-functional working, and process improvement within a fast-paced supply chain environment.

Your Responsibilities:

* Manage the ad hoc purchasing process for retail centres

* Review and action requests within agreed SLAs

* Liaise with suppliers, buyers, and centres on product, pricing, and delivery

* Set up new products across relevant systems

* Raise and manage accurate Purchase Orders

* Provide reporting on volume, margin, and trends

* Support process improvements across purchasing activity

What We're Looking For From You:

Essential:

* Strong communication skills (written & verbal)

* Excellent attention to detail

* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise multiple requests

Desirable:

* Experience with ERP systems (D365, SAP, Oracle, etc.)

* Background in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Purchasing

* Experience owning or improving processes