The Business
Our client is a leading manufacturer, delivering innovative products and software. Their trusted products serve both commercial and consumer markets, built with a focus on reliability, innovation, and the highest standards of quality.
The Role
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing Manager with a well-established manufacturing company. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, you will lead a team of Purchasing and Supply Planning professionals to ensure the timely procurement of quality products at competitive prices.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing, implementing, and maintaining departmental strategies and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business objectives.
* Leading a team of purchasing professionals, managing supplier relationships, price negotiation, and purchase orders.
* Identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and providing guidance on internal projects affecting productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
* Mitigating supply chain risk through effective supplier and vendor management, including contracts and service level agreements.
* Monitoring global economic trends and emerging technologies to enhance supply chain performance.
* Delivering cost savings while ensuring high-quality goods and services are consistently provided.
Ideal Profile
The ideal candidate will be a Procurement & Supply Chain professional with a proven record of strategic achievement and people leadership within manufacturing operations.
This role suits:
* Procurement professionals withing a manufacturing environment seeking career progression.
* Current Purchasing Managers looking for a fresh challenge.
Key attributes include:
* Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively at all operational levels.
* Experience in influencing stakeholders to achieve commercial change and meet business objectives.
* Expertise in supplier relationship management, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and cost optimization.
Offer
* Enhance Pension scheme
* Generous training and development budget, including conferences, courses, and relevant events
* Career growth and development opportunities within a dynamic, international business
* A supportive, collaborative, and engaging work environment where independence, drive, and initiative are encouraged