JOVELA is a fast-growing eCommerce business, with expertise in the distribution of high-quality consumer products online. JOVELA encompasses several brands with a wide range of product categories and selling platforms.We’re a motivated, hard working team with a drive for success, and we’re looking for a Purchasing Manager to join our Product and Sourcing Team. If you’re ambitious, commercially minded, and excited about driving results through strategic purchasing, we’d love to have you grow with us.As a Purchasing Manager, you’d play a key role in shaping our product range and ensuring smooth, cost-effective supply chain operations. You’ be supporting our team in sourcing, forecasting, supplier management, and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support our business' growth.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct accurate forecasting and purchasing activities; placing purchase orders, maintaining our inventory management system and tracking supplier productionSource new products and identify potential suppliers to diversify and expand our offeringsMonitor and maintain supplier quality control to uphold our high product standardsGenerate and analyse detailed reports to guide and recommend purchasing strategies, delegating tasks and priorities to remote team members Oversee product and brand control, including packaging requirements, product descriptions, and regulatory complianceDevelop and implement sourcing and supplier management strategies to improve efficiency, profitability and performanceMeet company buying targets through strategic procurement and leading supplier negotiationsProactively manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability for year-round and seasonal productsMaintain clear, accurate records of orders, production progress, and supplier performanceWho We’re Looking ForAbility to build and maintain strong supplier relationships - proven negotiation skills are a plusHighly organised, with excellent planning and multitasking abilitiesCommercially aware and comfortable making data-driven decisions that benefit the businessAnalytical and process-oriented thinker with strong numerical skillsA problem-solving mindset focused on continuous improvementExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to manage multiple priorities and workstreams effectively in a timely mannerPrevious experience in procurement or purchasing, understanding the importance of each step in the buying process is a must!Desirable ExperiencePrior experience sourcing consumer goods directly from AsiaFamiliarity with inventory management systems or ordering softwareBenefitsFree On-site ParkingCompany Events & PartiesComplimentary Team Lunch every 6 weeksHybrid Working - WFH 1 day a week3:30pm Friday Finishes Throughout the yearFruit provided & fully stocked soft drinks fridgeEmployee DiscountCasual DressCompany PensionPermanent / Full-Time RoleSalary £38,000 - £42,000 per year, depending on experienceJob location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7DU, United Kingdom