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Manufacturing Procurement Specialist * internal applications only *

Poole, England, United Kingdom (city only)

On-site · Permanent - Full Time · $33k–$39k (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026

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Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive an overwhelming response or our business requirements change.

The Team As a member of the procurement team you will be expected to ensure all responsibilities are undertaken as each one is crucial to the effectiveness of the role. The key aim in the role is to ensure we purchase the best quality raw materials and packaging, at the right time and at the right price, in a way that supports our vision of 100% regenerative supply webs, taking into account our ethics, financial targets, production requirements and space.

Core responsibilities within this role include:

System knowledge and understanding

Monitor and maintain new and existing items on the system ensuring they tie in to your buyer and product lines. Make sure MOQ’s, descriptions etc suit how you will buy and that all commodity codes / freight terms are accurate
Safety stocks are to be planned for the business and reviewed and amended to meet seasonal demands
Be competent in all systems associated with the department, knowing how to find and use information appropriately.
Monitor and maintain all off line planning

Order planning

Planning and coordinating orders at the correct price, with the correct suppliers with the most cost/risk affective considerations
Raising Purchase Orders at the correct price and confirming with the correct suppliers (who have signed animal testing declarations and had samples approved) – Raw Mats/Packaging & EC’s.
Ensure correct documents are available prior to ordering and with orders where required ( MSDS, COA )
Plan orders that make the most business and ethical sense
- Utilising price breaks
- Group orders/deliveries by supplier
- Group orders/deliveries by port/shipment
- Cross check delivery costs with logistics for potential improvements
- Account for available space
- Improve MOQ and price where possible without putting strain on space
Scheduling blanket orders, multiple deliveries
Planning receipt of goods and storage
Working closely with logistics for freight plans
Planning for and resolving stock issues using historical data, forecast requirement and actual usage to strategically make decisions
Launch & discontinued scenario planning and reporting
Collaborate with relevant areas

Maximising Profitability

Seek to maximise profitability and efficiency of your business wherever possible, Monitoring, managing and improving controllable COG’s.
Reporting on historical data, future plans and decision impact
Review reports, processes and potential improvements

Other responsibilities:
Great Communication (local and global)

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
Clear and concise communication to all levels, and areas of the business. To build and maintain relationships with suppliers, imports and transport. To be able to present, update and review your business as and when required. Actively participate in meetings.
Liaise with sourcing team to ensure items are set up to suit your buyer set up
Liaise with departments you buy for to ensure stocks are sufficient
Liaise with logistics to get the most beneficial transport
Liaise with accounts to ensure stocks and targets are being managed

Quality Control Checks

Awareness of QC processes and ensuring they are maintained

Maintaining Standards

Cleanliness, H&S, Regulatory Compliance, Working Environment. Striving towards continuous improvement.

Reporting

Have a full understanding of reports and information around the business. Ensuring reporting is completed to agreed deadlines.
Complete monthly reports against fulfilment and efficiencies

Ambassador for Lush

Represent Manufacturing and the business professionally and ‘on-brand’ – shop visits, retail/international meetings, trade shows, product presentations, supplier visits and international trips.

Taking Ownership

Take ownership and responsibility of your business and be accountable for the decisions made in your department. Identify and draw on relevant expertise to be able to make the best decisions.

Skills and Experience

Critical thinker with the ability to plan for multiple scenarios
Forward thinking and able to work strategically
Experience in inventory management and material requirement planning
Experience in department functions and product set ups/requirement
Ability to use Microsoft and ERP
Eye for detail
Solution focussed
Ability to organise information to be used by others
Organised
Successful time management
Ability to multitask
Excellent communication

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
6 months of full pay for parental leave (primary caregiver must qualify for SMP)*
Enhanced paternity leave*
Bonus scheme
Day off for weekday birthdays
Holiday purchase scheme
50% discount on Lush products and spa treatments
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted rail and bus season tickets
Employee assistance programme
There’s a big difference between "Flexible Working " (the legal minimum) and working flexibly. What that looks like varies from role to role and location to location. We actively welcome conversations about what working flexibly could mean and look like for you.
We’re 10% Employee Owned - all colleagues play a role in protecting our ethics, our independence, contributing ideas for the future and share in the rewards of success when the company is doing well.
Wellbeing & mindfulness sessions
Access to employee-led Community Networks, including Disability and Chronic Illness, Family Support, Global Majority (Race and Ethnicity), LGBTQIA+, Menopause and Neurodiversity communities.
Tailored gender affirming care*

Qualifying period/hours required*
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