Buyer / Buying & Operations - Luxury British Design Brand

Procurement | Bespoke Design & Manufacturing | British Craftsmanship | Specialist Materials | Luxury Brand Operations | Family Founded & Run Business Exceptional pieces begin with inspired design. Bringing them to life takes exceptional people. At David Harber, we create internationally renowned sculptures, sundials and water features for some of the world’s most prestigious private, commercial and public spaces. Behind every piece lies a carefully coordinated blend of creative talent, skilled craftsmanship, specialist materials and trusted partners. As our Buyer, you'll bring these elements together, helping our team translate artistic vision into beautifully finished work, ready to take its place in extraordinary settings. You'll take ownership of procurement, supplier relationships, materials and stock, working closely with our design and workshop teams to make sure every commission receives the care, planning and attention it deserves. Beyond the day-to-day, you'll have the opportunity to refine how we work, introduce better systems and grow into broader operational leadership within an established British luxury design business. Essential experience You'll have experience or a strong awareness for buying raw materials and components, such as steel and other metals, stone, timber or other specialist materials, for a manufacturing or bespoke production environment. The role might also suit someone who has worked in FF&E procurement for luxury design or architect studio. The Role at a Glance Buyer / Buying & Operations (Procurement & Operations Manager) Oxfordshire – Fully site-based during probation, with potential for one day working from home thereafter £42,000 - £52,000 DOE Plus Benefits Full Time | Permanent Company: Multi-award-winning, internationally renowned luxury sculptures, sundials and water features Our Values: Creativity. Teamwork. Excellence. Collaboration. Pride Environment: Bespoke Design | British Craftsmanship | Exceptional Materials Focus: Procurement | Supplier Relationships | Materials & Stock | Workshop Operations | Delivery Systems: Sage 200 ERP | Inventory & Process Improvement Career Progression: Opportunity to Develop Towards Head of Operations About David Harber David Harber is an internationally recognised British design business whose sculptures, sundials and water features bring artistry and individuality to private gardens, public landscapes and distinguished commercial spaces around the world. Every piece brings together creative vision, craftsmanship and engineering, with exceptional attention to form, materials and finish. That same care extends behind the scenes. Our designers, craftspeople and wider team work closely with specialist suppliers and partners to bring each piece to life. You’ll play a central role in making that collaboration work beautifully. The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Procurement / Purchasing / Ops professional from a bespoke production or luxury products' environment to take ownership of procurement, supplier relationships, materials and stock, while playing a key role in the day-to-day operational flow of our Oxfordshire workshop. You'll be close to the workshop, working directly with production, design, sales and finance to make sure the right materials and services are available at the right time, to the right specification and at the right cost. You'll also have the opportunity to help improve the way we operate, including supporting the implementation of Sage 200, strengthening stock control and developing more effective purchasing and operational processes. Over time, there is scope for this role to develop into broader operational leadership. Where You’ll Make an Impact Thoughtful Procurement & Trusted Partnerships Lead purchasing across specialist materials and subcontracted services. Build dependable supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, terms and lead times. Monitor quality, supplier performance, exp