Purchasing Specialist
Location: Stoke
Hours: Monday to Friday - 9am - 5pm
Salary: £35,000 per annum
The role:
We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join our well-known client Based in Stoke. You'll be responsible for managing procurement activities across raw materials, packaging, and indirect spend, ensuring supply continuity and cost efficiency. This is a fantastic opportunity for a CIPS-qualified professional with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to supplier management.
Main duties:
Overseeing an annual budget of £65 million for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods, plus an additional £5 million for indirect procurement, this role encompasses a wide spectrum of strategic and operational duties, including:
* Managing day-to-day procurement activities to ensure timely sourcing of raw materials and packaging aligned with both production schedules and customer demand
* Interpreting material requirements planning (MRP) data to respond swiftly to shifts in supply and demand
* Maintaining close, daily coordination with production teams and suppliers to guarantee on-time delivery of essential materials
* Relaying critical supplier updates to customer service and sales teams to support seamless communication
* Keeping procurement systems and supplier databases up to date with accurate and current information
* Evaluating supplier performance metrics, including tracking and reporting on delivery issues and quality concerns
* Managing base oil pricing strategies and monitoring assigned quotas
* Producing forecasts for base oil demand and usage trends
* Collaborating with Commercial Division leadership and Research & Development on sourcing strategy
* Safeguarding supply chain continuity by mitigating single-source risks and securing reliable vendors
* Tracking and reporting monthly and annual base oil consumption
* Leading the approval process for onboarding new suppliers
* Maintaining and updating pricing structures across procurement systems
* Driving forward key procurement initiatives and contributing to strategic projects that support broader business goals
About you:
* Ideal candidates will hold a CIPS qualification and bring proven procurement experience within a manufacturing setting
* Strong proficiency in IT systems and tools is essential
* Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP platforms is a significant plus
* Demonstrates exceptional accuracy and a sharp eye for detail
* Self-driven, well-organised, and capable of managing multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines
Benefits:
* A competitive salary package complemented by a performance-linked bonus
* Generous holiday allowance exceeding statutory requirements
* Defined contribution pension plan to support your future
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional wellbeing
* Ongoing training and development to help you grow in your career
* A collaborative and supportive team culture
* Option to join a discounted private healthcare scheme
* Free on-site parking for added convenience
Interested? Call Meg on 01782 712230 or email MegWkpir.co.uk
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