Purchasing & Stores Manager
Barnsley | £70,000 - £75,000
Travis Talent is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Purchasing & Stores Manager to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business based inBarnsley.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced supply chain professional to take ownership of both the purchasing function and internal stores/logistics operation, helping drive supplier performance, improve stock control processes and support the continued development of a high-performing supply chain.
The role combines strategic purchasing leadership with hands-on oversight of stores, stock control and materials management, ensuring the business operates with an efficient and resilient supply chain.
The Role
Purchasing Management
You will lead the purchasing function for the site, managing supplier relationships and ensuring the procurement of materials and services is commercially secure, efficient and aligned with the organisations wider supply chain strategy.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Leading, mentoring and developing the purchasing team
2. Managing a portfolio of suppliers with significant annual spend
3. Negotiating commercially robust supplier agreements and contracts
4. Developing and maintaining a structured and reliable supplier base
5. Implementing purcha...