Purchasing & Stock Control Manager

Our client, a leading and highly respected craft bakery supplying premium foodservice, retail, and private label customers, is seeking a commercially aware and detail-focused Stock Control & Purchasing Manager to manage inbound ingredients and packaging procurement across their busy production site. This is a pivotal role sitting at the heart of operations, ensuring accurate stock control, supplier performance, and cost efficiency across the business.

Job Role

Reporting to the Operations Director, the Stock Control & Purchasing Manager will be responsible for managing the full inbound stock portfolio, including ingredients and packaging materials. You will work closely with Production, Technical, Finance, and Warehousing teams to ensure optimal stock levels, pricing accuracy, and smooth month-end reporting processes.

This role requires strong organisational skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage supplier relationships while maintaining tight control over systems, processes, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing of all ingredients and packaging materials in line with production requirements.
• Conduct daily stock level checks and liaise with production and packing teams to ensure continuity of supply.
• Maintain accurate stock records within the inventory management system.
• Manage purchase orders, goods receipt, and invoice matching processes.
• Check delivery notes against purchase orders and supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy in description, pricing, and quantities.
• Manage and maintain stock pricing within the IT system.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships, sourcing new suppliers where appropriate.
• Work closely with Production and Technical teams to balance cost, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Lead and coordinate the monthly stock take process.
• Support month-end reporting and financial reconciliation in collaboration with Finance.
• Contribute to process improvements, including stock management and traceability systems.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company policies at all times.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as required to support wider operational needs.

Personal Profile

• Previous experience in purchasing, stock control, or inventory management.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems / MRP software.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills with strong attention to detail.
• Organised and methodical with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset.
• High level of integrity with respect for company policies and confidentiality.
• Flexible, resourceful, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced production environment.

Ref Code: W013237

To apply, please send your comprehensive CV in strict confidence, quoting the reference above and for the attention of Jon Hemming-Nash. Please include current salary details within your application.

Due to high response levels, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within one week, regrettably your application has not been successful on this occasion.