Job Title: Purchasing Controller Location: Sunderland (Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office) Contract Type: 12-month Fixed Term Contract Benefits: * Hybrid working model (2 days office-based) * Opportunity to work across multiple sites * Exposure to a fast-paced, collaborative environment * Support towards professional development Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Hybrid working available) Job Description: As a Purchasing Controller, you will manage indirect purchasing and capital expenditure activities across multiple sites. You will play a key role in driving cost efficiency, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring contract compliance, while supporting the wider purchasing team. Key responsibilities include: * Managing indirect consumables and service contracts * Leading supplier negotiations and cost-reduction initiatives * Overseeing contracts in areas such as industrial services, security, cleaning, waste management, and equipment hire * Supporting competitive tendering, supplier selection, and benchmarking activity * Working closely with budget holders to ensure value for money * Maintaining blanket orders, pricing, invoice queries, ERP data, and payment terms * Supporting wider purchasing and commercial tasks as required This Purchasing Controller role requires strong organisational skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Skills & Experience: * Ideally CIPS qualified or working towards * Experience in purchasing consumables and/or capital equipment * Strong negotiation and contract management skills * Confident using ERP systems and Microsoft Office * Excellent communication and organisational skills You will also demonstrate commitment to health & safety, GDPR compliance, ethical standards, and corporate responsibility. As a Purchasing Controller, you will exemplify accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Why Should You Apply? This is an ideal opportunity for a Purchasing Controller seeking a 12-month fixed term contract in a hybrid working environment. You will gain exposure to complex procurement activity, work closely with multiple stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in optimising costs and supplier performance. If you are proactive, commercially minded, and enjoy driving results, this Purchasing Controller role offers both challenge and the chance to make a tangible impact. The Company: This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and dynamic manufacturing organisation in the North East. The business has a reputation for operational excellence and continuous improvement, with a focus on delivering high-quality products and services to its customers. With a supportive and inclusive culture, the organisation encourages innovation, values its people, and invests in their development. Joining this team as a Purchasing Controller means working in an environment where your contributions make a real impact and your ideas are valued