Join Our Team as a Purchasing Manager!
TestLink UK Ltd in Poole is seeking a dynamic Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement efforts. Drive success, negotiate contracts, and orchestrate optimal inventory levels in a collaborative and innovative environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact and contribute to our mission of excellence, find out more below!
Why Join Us?
TestLink UK Ltd offers not only a job but a commitment to fostering professional growth and well-being. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide:
* Flexitime for work-life balance
* Hybrid working options after your probation period
* 23 days holiday, plus Bank holidays, with increases based on service
* Option to purchase up to 5 days holiday per annum
* Company events promoting team cohesion
* Company pension scheme for financial security
* Free parking for convenience
* Referral programme rewarding talent acquisition
* Sick pay for support during illness
Job Description:
As the Purchasing Manager, you will be entrusted with orchestrating a seamless procurement strategy, ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
In addition to the outlined responsibilities, you will also:
* Foster strategic partnerships with key suppliers to optimize terms and conditions
* Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies within the supply chain
* Lead negotiations for major contracts and vendor agreements
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement processes
* Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards
* Analyse market trends and economic factors to inform procurement decisions
* Develop and maintain comprehensive procurement policies and procedures
* Provide mentorship and guidance to the purchasing team, fostering professional development
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with organizational goals
* Prepare and present regular reports on procurement performance to senior management
Qualifications:
To excel in this role, you should possess:
* CIPS qualification (preferred) or equivalent experience
* Demonstrated expertise in commercial negotiation and vendor management
* Exceptional communication and leadership skills
* Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving acumen
* Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
* A track record of driving results and achieving targets
* A commitment to upholding ethical standards and integrity in procurement practices
How to Apply:
If you are ready to make a significant impact and lead our procurement efforts to new heights, we invite you to apply.
Join TestLink UK Ltd and be part of our mission to achieve procurement excellence. Apply now and contribute to our success story.