https://jobs.co.uk/job/purchasing-and-inventory-manager-ea-first-ltd--a5f1d100-a352-4fd5-8d07-8758478e6eb4 RSS feed for Purchasing and Inventory Manager at EA FIRST LTD. en-gb Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:42:38 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/purchasing-and-inventory-manager-ea-first-ltd--a5f1d100-a352-4fd5-8d07-8758478e6eb4 https://jobs.co.uk/job/purchasing-and-inventory-manager-ea-first-ltd--a5f1d100-a352-4fd5-8d07-8758478e6eb4 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:53:03 GMT Location: Peterborough | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | Ready to Take Ownership of a High-Impact Purchasing and Inventory Manager Role?We''re partnering with a leading manufacturer with big growth plans to find a talented Purchasing and Inventory Manager to oversee the procurement of raw materials, packaging, and production goods while maintaining efficient inventory levels.This is more than just a procurement role - it''s a strategic position at the heart of the business, where your decisions directly impact production, profitability, and growth. What You''ll Be DoingAs a key member of the management team, you''ll take full ownership of purchasing and inventory management, ensuring the right materials are in place at the right time - and at the right cost. Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and manage supplier relationships, ensuring reliability, quality, and valueDevelop smart purchasing strategies to secure high-quality materials at competitive pricesMaintain optimal stock levels, balancing availability with cost control and waste reductionLead contract negotiations, delivering strong commercial outcomesCollaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Production, Finance and Quality teamsOwn forecasting and budgeting, aligning procurement with prod... Permanent