Purchasing Manager Co. Down - Newry Salary - £48,000 With over 30 years expertise in their field, I'm delighted to be working with a leading wholesaler that supplies to over 8,000 retailers across UK & Ireland. Due to continued success, they are recruiting for a Purchasing Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. Role: Oversee the Procurement Function within the business. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts, prices, timelines. Attend trade shows and ensure that current range is evolving to meet the demands of expanding Customer base. Determine and manage inventory needs. Manage relationships with supplier partners. Source new products, develop, and implement purchasing strategies. Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets. Drive process improvements around procurement systems and processes. Other adhoc duties. About you: Experience in consumer procurement. Experience of working in a similar field. Excellent IT skills. Strong work ethic with an interest in the fast-paced retail distribution industry. Skills: Procurement Negotiating Sourcing