Purchasing Manager Northampton Permanent Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 p.a DOE * Are you an experienced Purchasing Manager that has worked within precision engineering / advanced manufacturing industries in an SME environment? * Do you enjoy working in a hands-on capacity? * Do you have exposure to working with engines or engine parts, whether that be professional or personal? If the answer is YES to the above, then we have the perfect opportunity for you EMBS Engineering has been instructed to help acquire a talented Purchasing Manager to join a market-leading, well-established precision engineering company that specialises in the design and manufacture of complex, intricate components for world-leading organisations. With an international presence, our client has a business portfolio that includes Automotive / Motorsport, Formula 1 and Aerospace. Following year-on-year growth, our client is looking to recruit a Purchasing Manager to join their existing talented team on a permanent basis. What's on offer? * Stability / Longevity: Permanent position. * Competitive salary: £50,000 - £60,000 p.a. * Hours: Days. * 35 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays the opportunity to increase after length of service. * Discretional company bonus. * Excellent pension scheme - employer contributions of 10% initially, with the opportunity for this to rise up to 15% employer contribution. * Group income protection plan in the event of a period of long-term illness. * Group life assurance for life-cover at 4x basic salary. * Private medical health scheme. * much more. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: * Implement new processes and procedures to bring the department up to date with 21st-century practices. * Work on automating requisition flows and data integration with the ERP/MRP system to reduce administrative tasks. * Be prepared to be hands-on with tasks, including raising purchase orders for various items, from small components to large project spends. * Developing a supplier scorecard system by gathering data for reporting on PPM and identifying best/worst suppliers. Successful applicants MUST be able to demonstrate: * Exceptional relationship management skills, working seamlessly with both internal departments and external global suppliers. * A natural communicator who can navigate complex negotiations and influence stakeholders at all levels. * At least 5 years of experience within Motorsport, Aerospace, or Automotive manufacturing environments. * Deep understanding of purchasing, inventory, and logistics tailored to the unique demands of motorsport. * A flexible approach to fluctuating workloads, thriving in a high-pressure environment where deadlines are non-negotiable. * A results-oriented problem solver who stays calm under fire and delivers outcomes. If you are interested in the opportunity of a Purchasing Manager and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our clients’ growing procurement department located in Northampton. EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role