Director of Purchasing
About Us:
At Broxap Ltd, we manufacture street furniture and shape the everyday experiences of people across the UK. From iconic litter & recycling bins and bollards to innovative shelters and seating units, our durable, design-led products are trusted across the public and private sectors.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:30, with additional hours as may be required
Holidays: 25 days holiday entitlement, plus 8 bank holidays
Salary: Competitive market salary & discretionary annual profit scheme
Perks: Free car parking & tea and coffee facilities
The Role:
As we continue to grow, we’re searching for a Director of Purchasing, a commercially astute, strategically minded procurement leader, to join our senior leadership team and take charge of our purchasing operation.
Reporting directly to the Manufacturing Director, you will oversee the entire procurement function, managing a team of six experienced buyers, and take ownership of the sourcing strategy for steel, components, and subcontract services predominantly in the UK, but also overseas.
You will be accountable for ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and continuity of supply across a complex supply chain, while also driving rebate income, cost savings, and supplier performance improvements.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence company-wide success at a critical stage of growth.
Why Work At Broxap?
- Work with a respected UK manufacturer with an impressive heritage and future vision.
- Join a dynamic, quality-driven leadership team.
- Influence real change across purchasing, supply chain, and manufacturing functions.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Opportunity to shape procurement strategy and create measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of buyers across multiple procurement categories.
- Design and implement a procurement strategy focused on cost reduction, value engineering, and supplier optimisation.
- Manage offshore purchasing and build resilient international supplier relationships.
- Negotiate long-term supplier agreements, including rebate and incentive-based contracts.
- Monitor market trends (particularly steel) to manage supply risks and drive competitive advantage.
- Drive key KPIs including Total cost savings, Supplier OTIF (On-Time In-Full), Lead time reduction, Inventory turnover & PO accuracy, Rebate income & supplier compliance
- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, and finance teams.
- Champion ERP and reporting system improvements to enhance procurement visibility and accuracy.
What We're Looking For:
- Minimum 10 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a senior/leadership role within manufacturing.
- Proven success in sourcing steel and fabrication components for manufacturing or construction.
- Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and experience with international suppliers.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAGE/Sicon preferred) and procurement analytics.
- A hands-on, performance-driven leader with the ability to influence at all levels.
Ready To Lead the Change?
If you're a confident purchasing professional with a passion for building robust, value-focused supply chains, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and covering letter to: HR Department, Broxap Limited, Rowhurst Industrial Estate, Chesterton, Newcastle, Staffs, ST5 6BD.
E-mail recruitment@broxap.com
Apply now and help Broxap continue setting the standard in British manufacturing.