Purchasing Lead

Polkadotfrog

📍 ipswich, england, United-Kingdom

Full-time Management & Operations

Job Description

Join a dynamic and collaborative Purchasing team, taking responsibility for enhancing procurement processes. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the wider team, helping to resolve daily challenges and maintain strong supplier relationships. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a mentoring or coaching‑focused position.

Work Monday – Friday, 9 am–5 pm, with hybrid options after probation.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with resolving daily operational and supplier‑related challenges.
  • Manage supplier relationships and review lead times.
  • Report monthly spending, KPIs, and non‑conformance.
  • Participate in demand planning, pricing reviews, and procurement improvements.
  • Audit processes, maintain ERP databases, and ensure industry compliance.
  • Support onboarding and training for new team members.

Benefits

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