Procurement / Purchasing Officer – Full Time

Location: Waltham Abbey

Our client, a dynamic and growing construction and furniture manufacturing company, is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Officer / Purchasing Officer to join their team and play a key role in sourcing materials, equipment, and services to support projects and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials for construction projects and furniture production (cement, steel, wood, fabrics, hardware, finishing materials)

• Request quotations, evaluate suppliers, and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective purchasing

• Issue purchase orders and monitor deliveries to meet project and production schedules

• Ensure quality and compliance of all materials with required standards

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier databases, and cost reports

• Collaborate with project managers, site engineers, and production supervisors

• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse staff

• Support continuous improvement in procurement processes and supplier relationships

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Purchasing / Procurement Officer or Buyer (construction or furniture manufacturing preferred)

• Knowledge of material sourcing and supplier management

• Strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word) and familiarity with ERP systems