Purchasing Manager Barnsley
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Travis Talent are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturing client in Barnsley who are looking to appoint an experienced Purchasing Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business in a pivotal role, managing the purchasing function and leading a small team.
This position is office based and will involve occasional international travel.
The Role
As Purchasing Manager, you will:
Lead, develop and support a team of two purchasing professionals.
Manage a portfolio of global suppliers with a significant spend, ensuring quality, cost and delivery targets are consistently achieved.
Negotiate robust, commercially secure contracts with new and existing suppliers.
Develop and maintain a structured, stable and competitive supply base, driving continuous improvement and best practice.
Support New Product Introduction projects through to implementation.
Implement effective purchasing strategies, including cost-down initiatives and dual sourcing.
Oversee supplier audits, performance reporting and development.
Work closely with production, engineering, logistics and other departments to ensure seamless material supply.
About You
Were looking for an experienced purchasing professional with:
At least 5 years experience in a senior purchasing, supply chain or commodity management role.
A background in engineering or manufacturing environments (experience with steel, welded fabrications or machined components highly desirable).
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with proven results in achieving cost savings and securing long-term partnerships.
Excellent leadership ability, with experience managing and developing teams.
Confidence working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with tight timescales.
A willingness and ability to travel internationally when required.
Ideally, membership of CIPS or equivalent professional qualification.
Whats on Offer
Very competitive salary
Office-based role with strong team interaction
Opportunity to travel internationally
Chance to make a real impact in shaping and developing the purchasing strategy for a growing manufacturing business
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