Purchasing & Logistics Manager
Location: Greater Manchester
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 DOE
About the Role
A rapidly growing technical services organisation is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Purchasing & Logistics Manager to oversee procurement, stock control, and logistics operations across the business.
This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring all materials, equipment, and consumables are cost-effective, available when needed, and sourced from reliable suppliers. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Projects, and Finance teams to deliver efficient and value-driven supply chain performance.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Cost Management
*Source materials, equipment, and services at the best value while maintaining quality
*Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and rebate opportunities
*Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
*Monitor market trends to secure favourable pricing and availability
*Drive a "right place, right time, right price" procurement culture
Stock Control & Inventory Management
*Manage stock levels across warehouses, vans, and project allocations
*Forecast, optimise, and replenish stock based on operational demand
*Implement processes to reduce waste, ageing stock, and unnecessary spend
*Develop and maintain standardised product catalogues and stock lists
Logistics & Distribution
*Coordinate goods movement between suppliers, warehouses, and project sites
*Plan and optimise delivery schedules to minimise delays
*Manage courier partnerships and logistics frameworks
*Ensure compliance with all transport, storage, and safety regulations
Supplier & Stakeholder Communication
*Act as primary contact for suppliers and logistics partners
*Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure materials meet specification, budget, and timescales
*Provide procurement reports, KPI tracking, and cost-saving updates
Systems, Compliance & Documentation
*Maintain accurate procurement and stock data within ERP/CRM systems
*Ensure procurement activities meet company policies and industry standards
*Support audits, invoicing, and supplier reconciliation
*Lead improvement initiatives across supply chain processes
Skills & Experience
Essential
*Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management
*Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
*Solid understanding of stock control and logistics coordination
*Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/procurement systems
*Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
*Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines
Desirable
*Experience in fire & security, M&E, construction, or technical contracting sectors
*Knowledge of relevant product categories (e.g., fire equipment, security devices, electrical components)
*Experience implementing procurement frameworks or improvement initiatives
*Understanding of compliance and standards for technical products
Personal Attributes
*Commercially astute with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
*Strong communicator able to build internal and external relationships
*Process-driven, analytical, and methodical
*Confident decision maker with a collaborative approach
If you are keen to find out more, apply now or contact Adam Norris at Reed.