Purchasing & Stores Manager
Barnsley | £70,000 - £75,000
Travis Talent is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Purchasing & Stores Manager to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Barnsley.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced supply chain professional to take ownership of both the purchasing function and internal stores/logistics operation, helping drive supplier performance, improve stock control processes and support the continued development of a high-performing supply chain.
The role combines strategic purchasing leadership with hands-on oversight of stores, stock control and materials management, ensuring the business operates with an efficient and resilient supply chain.
The Role
Purchasing Management
You will lead the purchasing function for the site, managing supplier relationships and ensuring the procurement of materials and services is commercially secure, efficient and aligned with the organisation’s wider supply chain strategy.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading, mentoring and developing the purchasing team
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Managing a portfolio of suppliers with significant annual spend
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Negotiating commercially robust supplier agreements and contracts
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Developing and maintaining a structured and reliable supplier base
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Implementing purchasing strategies that improve cost, quality and supply reliability
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Developing KPI reporting and supplier scorecards
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Researching, auditing and selecting new suppliers to support strategic partnerships
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Supporting new product or operational projects from concept through to implementation
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Managing ordering methods, delivery schedules and purchasing parameters within the company’s MRP system
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Identifying cost reduction opportunities through improved sourcing and supplier collaboration
Stores & Internal Logistics Management
You will also oversee the stores and internal logistics function, ensuring materials, stock and inventory are effectively managed to support operational requirements.
Responsibilities include:
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Leading and developing the stock control and stores teams
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Managing inventory levels to ensure balanced stock availability and minimal excess
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Developing stocking policies aligned with purchasing and scheduling requirements
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Monitoring slow-moving and obsolete stock and implementing reduction strategies
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Managing stock discrepancies and ensuring accurate inventory records
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Overseeing annual stock takes and perpetual inventory accuracy
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Identifying opportunities to improve processes through better systems, technology and workflow design
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Optimising the use of warehouse space, equipment and internal logistics processes
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Ensuring compliance with company quality, environmental and health & safety standards
About You
We are looking for an experienced purchasing or supply chain professional who can combine strategic thinking with strong operational leadership.
Essential Experience
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior purchasing, procurement or supply chain role
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Strong experience in supplier management and contract negotiation
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Experience managing stock control, inventory management and internal logistics
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Good working knowledge of MRP systems and Microsoft Office
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Experience developing supplier KPIs and performance monitoring
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Proven ability to deliver cost savings and process improvements
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Strong leadership and team development experience
Desirable
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CIPS qualification (or working towards it)
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Experience of supplier auditing and continuous improvement methodologies
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Exposure to structured supply contracts and cost analysis methods