Job Description

Purchasing & Buying Manager

Location:

Wisbech Cambridgshire (Potential part Hybrid or office based 3 days a week)

Job Type:

Part -time (Maternity Cover) opportunity to stay with company after

Hours:

25- 30 per week

Salary:

30K+ Pro Rata

About Goodman Bros

Goodman Bros

is a B2B distributor and trusted partner to some of the UK's most recognized names in retail. We proudly supply a broad range of sectors including

independent jewellers, national jewellery chains, pharmacies, gift and department stores, tattooists, beauty salons

, and even

home shopping TV, cruise ships, and ecommerce platforms

like Amazon and eBay via third-party partners.

We specialise in

market-leading service brands

, with a strong focus on products that can be purchased and experienced in person. Our dedicated

sales team

delivers tailored support across every channel--via phone, mobile, WhatsApp, email, personal visits, and video calls. Our new B2B platform enhances this offering, delivering seamless ordering and account management for our retail partners.

For our

Inverness-based clients

, we go even further--offering access to

accredited trainers

to support all piercing-related services and training needs.

At Goodman Bros, we're more than just a supplier--we're a strategic partner in retail success.

The Role

We're seeking a

Purchasing & Buying Manager

to join our growing Company whilst our current Manager is on maternity leave. We have recently changed role structure to sperate warehouse duties & buying. Some of the key parts of this role are supplier partnerships, and product volume control. You'll play a vital role in our product journey--ensuring we deliver the right products, at the right time, with the right impact.

This role reports directly to the

Directors.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing of all stock and sundries (excluding office sundries)

Handling of all import shipments; this includes all legal documents & declarations.

Receipting in shipments and adding in applicable charges

Inventory control across all Goodman Bros brands

Using sales data from Directors to adjust/create min/max stock holding levels

Creation of all products and Bill of Materials. Ensuring all sales data and export information is added.

Ensure sales data is fed into WMS to guarantee correct stock levels.

Use WMS to pull overstock and deadstock figures to pass to directors.

Warehouse H&S procedures and risk assessments

Oversee of said WMS and sales orders

What We're Looking For

Significant experience as a

Buying Manager

or

Senior Buying Manager

in household, jewellery, accessories, or gifting. Strong team leadership skills with a proven track record of coaching and mentoring. Commercially savvy and highly analytical, with advanced Excel and Power BI proficiency. Deep understanding of supplier strategy, product development, and QC processes. Working knowledge of procurement laws and regulations. Confident communicator and collaborator across all levels of the business. Able to work at pace and adapt to shifting priorities with ease.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience Hybrid working model 28 days holiday Staff Benefit scheme Gym Membership Inspiring, friendly office environment with opportunities to grow Career progression in a fast-scaling business
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 9 months

Pay: From 30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free parking Gym membership On-site parking Work from home
Experience:

Buying : 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/06/2025