Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our client in Frome t hat is actively looking to recruit a Purchasing Manager a fast-paced manufacturing and product development environment on a permanent basis. What you will be doing: As a commercially minded procurement professional you will have experience working within packaging, materials sourcing, and supplier management. You will play a key role in delivering cost-effective packaging solutions, supporting new product development projects, and ensuring supply chain resilience. Source and deliver packaging solutions aligned to commercial targets Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supply agreements Build and maintain strong supplier relationships Identify and onboard new suppliers, ensuring risk is managed effectively Support new product development with accurate and detailed packaging briefs Ensure quotations are received within KPI timelines and meet budget requirements Risk assess supply chain options and escalate issues where necessary Track and manage samples for testing and approvals Maintain accurate pricing and supplier data within internal systems Provide regular project updates to stakeholders Attend supplier meetings and communicate outcomes clearly Ensure compliance with health & safety standards What you need to succeed: Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement role Experience within packaging or manufacturing (desirable) Strong negotiation and supplier management skills Commercially aware with a strong cost focus Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Proactive, solutions-focused and able to manage multiple priorities Strong communicator and team player What you will receive: Monday - Thursday: 08:30 - 17:30 (45-minute lunch) Friday: 08:30 - 15:45 (45-minute lunch) £40,000 salary Hybrid working (post-training) Early finish on Fridays Opportunity to gain experience within a dynamic and commercially driven environment What you need to do next: If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered. Please email on sarah. elliott@ thrivegroup.co.uk or contact me on 01225 632666 to discuss further. Thrive group are acting as an Employment Agency with respect to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. PRMSTH