Workwear Uniform Group Ltd
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Workwear Uniform Group Ltd (WWUGL)
Workwear Uniform Group Ltd (WWUGL) is a market leader in the sourcing, design, manufacture and distribution of technical workwear, PPE and bespoke corporate uniforms. With an annual turnover of £100 million and an international presence, the Group comprises multiple brands, each excelling in a distinct stage of the workwear lifecycle. This structure enables us to deliver comprehensive, cradle-to-grave solutions for household names across industries including construction, healthcare, rail, logistics, banking, retail and tourism.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving the growth of two of the Group’s leading brands, Direct Corporate Clothing, an off-the-shelf PPE and workwear contract specialist, and Incorporatewear, a bespoke corporate uniform specialist. You’ll also contribute to establishing WWUGL as a recognised and respected brand in its own right.
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across our workforce and to eliminating unlawful discrimination in all its forms.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and proactive PPE Buyer to join our procurement team at WWUGL. You will play an important role in managing supplier relationships, sourcing products, securing competitive pricing and identifying opportunities to improve our supply chain. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with previous experience purchasing PPE who understands the supplier market and enjoys building strong commercial relationships.
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What you will be doing
- Manage the day-to-day purchasing of PPE products
- Review our existing supply chain and identify opportunities to improve costs and efficiency
- Source new PPE products and suppliers where required
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
- Negotiate pricing, returns and solutions for slow-moving stock
- Maintain accurate supplier pricing and product information
- Support the costing of customer tenders and provide competitive pricing
- Match products against customer enquiries using our preferred supply chain
- Set up new product codes where required
- Monitor supplier performance, including delivery times and discrepancies
- Arrange and attend regular supplier meetings
- Work closely with internal teams to support excellent customer service and product quality
- Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and implement practical solutions
- Support compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations and company policies
- Contribute to the ongoing development of our procurement and sourcing strategy
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies across the supply chain
- Provide regular updates and reports on procurement activity and progress
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About you
We are looking for someone who has:
- 3 to 5 years’ experience within PPE procurement
- Strong knowledge of the PPE supplier market and established supplier relationships
- Experience sourcing products and negotiating with suppliers
- Strong commercial awareness and a focus on achieving cost savings
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- The ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
- Good attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- Good knowledge of Excel and ERP systems
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- A strong focus on delivering a high standard of work
Desirable
CIPS accreditation or a relevant procurement qualification would be desirable but is not essential.
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