Purchasing Manager (Procurement Manager / Purchasing Manager - Engineering & Manufacturing) We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to take ownership of procurement across two engineering and manufacturing sites. This is a high-impact role responsible for moving the business from site-led buying to a centralised, strategic procurement function, driving cost savings, consistency, and commercial improvement across the group. You will manage both: High-volume, stock-driven procurement (processing/manufacturing environment) Low-volume, high-spec, project-based purchasing (precision engineering/machining) Key Responsibilities Develop and lead the group procurement strategy across 2 sites Consolidate spend and implement group-wide sourcing strategies Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements to drive cost savings Manage supplier performance, relationships, and commercial terms Improve stock control, usage forecasting, and inventory optimisation Support project/engineering teams with reactive and technical purchasing Introduce rebate structures and long-term supply agreements Support commercial teams with cost data and bid input Improve procurement processes, systems, and reporting across the group What We're Looking For Proven procurement experience within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments Strong background in multi-site purchasing or group-level procurement Experience with raw materials, metals, or engineered components Track record of delivering measurable cost savings and margin improvement Strong negotiation and supplier management skills Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on Strong commercial awareness and data-driven decision making Desirable CIPS qualification (or working towards MCIPS) Experience with ERP/MRP systems and procurement analytics Exposure to both high-volume and project-based manufacturing environments Lean / Continuous Improvement / Six Sigma exposure (Bonus but not essential) Why Apply? Senior role with real commercial influence Opportunity to shape and modernise procurement across a group Exposure to both volume manufacturing and precision engineering Long-term opportunity within a stable, growing business Additional Information Monday - Friday £35k-£45k DOE Nottinghamshire Full time / Permanent Position Immediate Start Avaliable INDAS