Job Title: Purchasing Manager
Location: Halifax
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Reporting to: Supply Chain Manager
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Overview:
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded Purchasing Manager to join a well-established manufacturing business. The role will suit an individual with strong experience in procurement strategy, supplier management, and team leadership, particularly within fast-paced industrial or production environments.
The successful candidate will take ownership of all procurement activities, overseeing raw material purchasing, managing inventory levels, leading supplier negotiations, and ensuring the cost-effective and timely acquisition of goods and services in line with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead the purchasing function, setting strategy and ensuring alignment with wider business goals.
2. Manage and develop the purchasing team, delegating effectively and supporting professional development.
3. Control the raw material purchasing budget, ensuring alignment with group procurement policies.
4. Negotiate with suppliers to secure favourable terms on pricing, lead times, and payment conditions.
5. Maintain accurate stock inventory records and manage materials in line with production schedules.
6. Ensure product pricing data and Bills of Ma...