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WINKLEIGH TIMBER LIMITED Location: Wessex House, Teign Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, England, TQ12 4AA Salary: £43,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: Fixed term, 1 January 2026 – 1 January 2027 Occupation Code: 1134 – Purchasing Managers and Directors About the Role: WINKLEIGH TIMBER LIMITED, a furniture manufacturing company based in Devon, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee its procurement operations and supplier relationships. Key Responsibilities: • Source and evaluate suppliers of timber, fittings, and other materials for furniture production., • Negotiate prices, contracts, and delivery schedules to ensure cost efficiency and material quality., • Plan and manage purchasing activities in line with production and inventory needs., • Monitor supplier performance, market trends, and material costs to support budgeting and cost control., • Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and proper storage of materials., • Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure all materials meet quality and environmental standards. Requirements: • Proven experience in purchasing or supply chain management, ideally within the furniture or related manufacturing sector., • Strong negotiation, organisational, and analytical skills., • Familiarity with international sourcing and supplier management.