Excellent benefits package Cardiff
Purchasing Manager
Purchasing Manager
Cardiff
£38’000 to £45’000
A well-established and successful manufacturer, this company is recognised as the market-leading brand within the industry and has a reputation for quality and innovation that is supported by its excellent technical team.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for raw materials, components, and subcontracted services related to steel, hardware, glazing, and finishing materials used in production.
2. Identify, evaluate, and develop a reliable supply base that supports the company’s manufacturing and growth requirements.
3. Negotiate supplier contracts, terms, and pricing to secure best value without compromising on quality, delivery performance, or sustainability.
4. Monitor material availability and proactively resolve any supply chain disruptions to prevent production delays.
5. Ensure accurate forecasting and ordering aligned with production schedules and inventory management targets.
6. Evaluate, qualify, and onboard new suppliers in line with quality, sustainability, and compliance standards.
7. Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and manage any non-conformance issues or corrective actions.
8. Foster strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to encourage innovation, reliability, and long-term partnerships.
9. Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, ISO standards, and relevant legislation.
10. Lead initiatives to enhance procurement systems, processes, and ERP integration for improved efficiency and transparency.
11. Work closely with production, design, and R&D teams to align material specifications with performance, cost, and availability objectives across all sites.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
12. Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or Senior Buyer within a manufacturing environment, preferably in metal fabrication, joinery, or similar sectors.
13. Strong knowledge of steel, hardware, coatings, and related supply chains.
14. Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills.
15. Analytical and strategic mindset with a focus on cost control and continuous process improvement.
16. Experience using ERP/MRP systems, with strong Excel and reporting capabilities.
17. Sound understanding of quality standards (ISO 9001) and regulatory compliance in manufacturing.
18. Demonstrated experience managing a small team of direct reports.
19. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
Benefits Package:
20. A starting salary between £38’000 to £45’000
21. Opportunities for technical advancement
22. Enhanced pension contribution