Purchasing Manager
Location: Lincolnshire
Setup: Primarily site-based, 5 days per week (potential flexibility for 4/1 for the right candidate)
Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
The Opportunity
We're supporting a well-established manufacturing business to appoint a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activity across key raw material categories.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of feedstock sourcing, supplier relationships, and commercial negotiations, ensuring reliable supply and cost control to support production and business growth.
Working closely with the Commercial Director and wider operational teams, you'll manage a small purchasing team while also remaining actively involved in day-to-day buying activity, supplier engagement, and market analysis.
This opportunity would suit an experienced procurement professional who enjoys combining strategic thinking with practical execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead procurement of raw materials used in manufacturing operations
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships across UK and international markets
Monitor market trends and price movements to support commercial decision making
Negotiate supplier agreements and manage ongoing commercial performance
Ensure reliable supply of materials aligned with production requirements
Analyse supplier capacity and manage risk across the supply chain
Trade excess materials where commercially appropriate
Lead, support and develop the purchasing team to deliver procurement objectives
Work cross-functionally with commercial, production and technical teams
What We're Looking For
Proven procurement experience within manufacturing, FMCG or materials-driven industries
Strong background in raw material or feedstock purchasing
Excellent supplier negotiation and relationship management skills
Ability to analyse market trends and manage price volatility
Leadership experience managing or supporting procurement teams
Commercial mindset with strong analytical and communication skills
Additional Information
Site-based role in Lincolnshire with occasional supplier visits
Standard working hours of 08:30 - 17:00 with some flexibility expected
28 days holiday plus standard pension (3% employee / 5% employer contribution)
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to join a stable, well-respected manufacturing business with a strong culture and long employee tenure. The role offers genuine ownership of the procurement function, the chance to shape supplier strategy, and the opportunity to lead and develop a purchasing team within a supportive environment.
If you're an experienced procurement professional looking for a role where you can make a real commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you