About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Procurement Manager to lead their end-to-end procurement and supply chain function within a leading window furnishings business. This is a senior leadership role focused on strategic sourcing, supplier management, cost optimisation, and driving profitability across the business. You will play a key role in shaping supply chain strategy, developing supplier networks, supporting new product development (NPD), and delivering measurable cost savings.

This is not a transactional purchasing role — it is a strategic procurement leadership position focused on improving margins, strengthening supplier relationships, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead sourcing initiatives to deliver annual savings (compounding year-on-year)
- Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across product categories and supply chains
- Support and drive New Product Development (NPD) initiatives
- Ensure procurement decisions balance cost, quality, and risk
- Oversee all purchasing activity and procurement team performance
- Manage stock levels aligned with sales forecasts and promotional activity
- Develop accurate purchasing plans based on demand and market trends
- Optimise direct import strategies to improve margins and reduce costs
- Conduct quarterly supplier performance reviews
- Manage supplier contracts, agreements, and relationships
- Drive freight, logistics, and landed cost efficiencies
- Oversee supplier rebates, credits, and claims resolution




- Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), product costs, and sell prices
- Conduct annual reviews of product costs, pricing structures, and margins
- Ensure pricing accuracy and profitability across all product lines
- Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and procedures
- Provide reporting and insights on DIFOT, lead times, stock availability, and carrier performance
- Resolve operational issues and support cross-functional stakeholders

About You

- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Operations leadership
- Proven experience in the window furnishings industry (essential)
- Strong track record of delivering measurable cost savings and commercial outcomes
- Experience managing teams and driving performance
- Strong background in inventory planning, forecasting, and stock control
- Experience in high-volume, made-to-order environments, projects, within lead times

Key Skills

- Strong commercial and financial acumen
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
- Solid analytical and problem-solving ability
- Advanced systems, reporting, and computer proficiency
- High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Continuous improvement mindset

Apply Now If you are an experienced procurement professional with strong industry knowledge in window furnishings and a proven track record in driving cost savings and supply chain improvement, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Purchasing Manager (Window Furnishings) (Bayswater)
🏢 Excel Recruitment
📍 Bayswater