Purchasing Executive

Purchasing Executive – Inventory, ERP & Supplier Management Location: Newbury Job Type: Full-Time Overview We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Purchasing Executive to support and improve procurement, stock control, and supplier management processes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong purchasing experience who wants to develop into a more strategic role as the business grows. The role is ideal for candidates with strong Excel skills, experience raising purchase orders, and a background in regulated environments such as food, FMCG, or manufacturing. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Procurement * Raise purchase orders in line with purchasing plans and business requirements. * Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable delivery. * Monitor supplier performance and support supplier reviews. * Track lead times, delivery accuracy, and purchase price variance. Inventory & Stock Control * Manage incoming stock and coordinate deliveries with warehouse and logistics teams. * Oversee routine and periodic stock counts, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies. * Maintain and update stock records to ensure real-time visibility of inventory levels. * Support waste tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement in waste reduction. ERP & Reporting * Manage ERP spreadsheets and data entry to ensure accurate purchasing, stock, and supplier information. * Support future ERP system implementation and optimisation projects. * Produce KPI reports across purchasing, stock, waste, and supplier performance. * Provide data-driven insights to support supply chain and procurement decisions. Skills & Experience Required * Strong experience in raising purchase orders and coordinating purchasing activity. * Exceptional Excel skills (lookup functions, pivots, data manipulation). * Confident working with ERP systems or advanced spreadsheet-based workflows. * Proven ability to build effective supplier relationships. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to ensure on-time delivery and effective stock control. * Experience working in the food sector, FMCG, or similarly regulated environments (highly beneficial). * Excellent communication and attention to detail. Career Progression This role is designed to grow with the successful candidate. Over time, responsibilities may expand to include: * Strategic procurement and sourcing decisions * Supplier negotiation and cost optimisation * Involvement in ERP system rollout and integration * Demand planning and supply chain optimisation * Team leadership or procurement management responsibilities Why Apply? * Opportunity to progress toward Purchasing Manager level * Exposure to procurement, ERP systems, and supply chain strategy * A key role within a growing business in a highly regulated industry * Ideal for someone ambitious, analytical, and ready to advance their procurement career