An established manufacturer of security entry systems based in Birmingham requires an experienced purchasing manager. Duties: * Sourcing, negotiating, and buying of goods, materials, and services to meet operational requirements, considering price, quality and delivery to ensure continuity of supply. * Managing stock levels in the factory. * Purchasing of goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets. Bulk purchases include metal, glass, wood, and ironmongery. * Communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations. * Provide analysis on costs, new and existing. * Conduct research for new components and suppliers. * Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues. Requirements: * A minimum of 3 years purchasing management experience in a similar manufacturing industry. Hours: * 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday. This is a permanent position that starts immediately