The Company Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA. The Position Purchasing Manager Job Summary Imerys British Lithium - Par Moor Centre, Cornwall Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday (day shift) We are looking for a Project Purchasing Manager to play a crucial role in the Imerys British Lithium Development Project. This dedicated individual will manage all purchasing activities (both capital and operational expenditures) for the project. Working closely with the Project Director and Stream Leaders, the Project Purchasing Manager will be responsible for the full procurement cycle, including executing requests for quotation (RFQs), completing commercial bid tabulations, negotiating and finalising contracts. They will also coordinate with relevant Category Managers for specialised support as needed. Why work for Imerys British Lithium? At Imerys British Lithium every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people, and our aim is to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and to support our people to continuously learn, improve and innovate. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available. About the Company: Imerys British Lithium (IBL) is developing a world class micaceous lithium resource in Cornwall. We have developed unique, patented technology for the sustainable recovery of battery grade lithium carbonate from micaceous granite, with the goal of building the world’s first integrated lithium mine, beneficiation plant and refinery producing 20,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate per year (enough to support production in the UK each year of 350,000 electric vehicles) by the end of the decade. We operate a state-of-the-art pilot plant, built to develop our unique LiMica-Sep™ and Li-Sep™ technologies. Capabilities at the facility involve a wide range of process technologies, such as mineral beneficiation, pyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, precipitation, crystallisation, and ion exchange, at both the laboratory and industrial scales. Summary of the role: Strategy & Planning: Implement purchasing plans in collaboration with Project Managers and Stream Leaders, using routines to ensure information circulation and future action anticipation. Sourcing & Tendering: Manage the full supplier sourcing process—including launching tenders, participating in supplier qualification, and using the Sourcing Request tool. Negotiation & Contracts: Negotiate contracts and collaborate with the Legal team on contract preparation and claim management. Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to Imerys’ purchasing process and rules, monitor and report savings, and provide data for monthly progress reports. Support & Coordination: Coordinate with other purchasing categories, support the P2P process (Procurement to Pay) with Accounting, aid technical teams with claims, and assist in the deployment of Group IT solutions (like IVALUA). Sustainability: Support Imerys' Sustainability program (e.g., Ecovadis and CO2 impact). Do you have the following attributes? Master in Business School or General Engineer with specialization in purchasing Experience in purchases of industrial equipment, engineering contracts, work contracts, indirect services Experience in procurement and interfaces between procurement and purchasing Experience in contract negotiation (equipment, engineering services) Good communication and able to work with other cultures Fluency in written and spoken English is essential Ability to challenge the technical teams to get ideas accepted Management of change Ability to bring people together and to be a “facilitator” Ability to work on project mode Very good negotiator, results oriented Curious Autonomous What’s in it for you? Up to 10% performance related bonus 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Generous Pension Plan Life Assurance Income Protection Private Healthcare Company Sick Pay Discounts with external retailers on ImerysAdvantage! Cycle to work scheme via Halfords Salary sacrifice car scheme via Tusker Buy Holiday scheme We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Well-being of our people, which includes: Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP Flu and Eye care vouchers Enhanced family-friendly policies Menopause Support Check4Cancer (prostate checks) Volunteer to be a Mental Health First Aider, First Aider at Work or Fire Marshal IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic Position Type Full time and Permanent Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox: recruiting.support@ imerys.com PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.