Procurement & supply chain jobs and careers

Reed consultants are among the most knowledgeable and experienced in the recruitment sector, having been helping professionals find work since 1960. Each of our procurement specialists has extensive experience and up-to-date knowledge of the procurement sector, as well as local market insight and connections with a vast array of organisations to help find the best roles in your area.

Our expertise in the procurement recruitment market means we can provide you with the best insights to help you navigate your journey. From the initial job search to the onboarding process, we will support you. Your recruitment expert will provide CV and interview advice, insights on what employers are looking for, and more.

Our specialists are passionate about helping you find and secure your next role and we hire at all seniorities. Whether you are looking for a procurement assistant, analyst or director position, or other procurement jobs - should that be permanent, temporary or interim - we can find you a role that suits your needs.

Reed’s supply chain experts leave no stone unturned to find you a role that meets your needs. We ensure that we fully understand your requirements so that we can provide a service focused on you taking your next career step.

As a professional who understands the importance of efficient supply chains, we know that you expect a smooth, productive recruitment process. Therefore, we make every effort to ensure you are showcasing your best skills in through your CV and in interviews. We also provide you with feedback after each interaction with your prospective employer, keeping you up to date from beginning to end.

Within the sector we recruit for all types of supply chain jobs, including coordinators, managers and directors. Whether you’re looking for permanent, interim or contract positions, we work with some of the biggest companies in the sector and will support you through the entire process to secure the right role.

Reed has transport, logistics and shipping recruitment specialists placed throughout the country. With our extensive network, we are best placed to help you find the right role for you at a variety of top shipping and logistics management companies across the UK, regardless of whether you are looking for a temporary, interim or permanent role.

With our guidance and industry contacts, you will find the best role for your next career step. To fully understand the type of role that would suit you and to map out your next move, your consultant will work with you on a consultative basis to find out about your career aspirations, and only put you forward for the positions which meet your requirements.

Demand has never been higher for transport, logistics and shipping in the globalised, digital world, so there is an abundance of opportunity.

Reed works with shipping companies which are among the best in the sector. By finding your next employer through us, you will be first in line for the best roles available. If you are looking for a position as an import and export operator, shipping manager, freight forwarder or any other shipping role, our consultants will help you secure the perfect job to match your requirements.

Reed has offices all around the UK, meaning that we can find work for you in any location. We also operate across numerous industry verticals and within the public and third sectors – for the NHS and local authorities – on many existing supply frameworks.

With major changes impacting supply chains around the UK, demand and supply planning is becoming even more critical to organisational success – providing you with a host of opportunities. Reed’s expert consultants have up-to-date market knowledge that can give you a boost when you start your job search.

Our recruitment insights will provide you with everything you need to have the best outcome when looking to secure your next position. Whether you need CV optimisation advice, interview tips, or want to find out which skills employers are looking for in their supply, demand and materials planners, relationship managers, operations managers, and other strategic professionals – your consultant can help. We support you through the entire process – from the initial search to onboarding.

With new challenges presented by major economic change, there is an even greater demand for talented purchasing and buying professionals who can mitigate them.

Reed consultants don’t just recruit – we are also industry experts, having spent over 60 years working with businesses. We know what employers are looking for and will help you stay up to date with all the latest trends and insights within procurement and purchasing so you can stay competitive.

Our recruiters are passionate about finding your dream role and provide you with a bespoke service by getting to know who you are and what you are looking for in a company and role. With our extensive network and reach within the sector, we recruit for a broad range of purchasing positions, including buyers, senior buyers, assistant buyers, purchasing assistants, and more.