Job Description
Purchasing ManagerSouth Yorkshire – OnsiteSalary- TBC/Negotiable Drive real improvement across supply chain operations while shaping the future of purchasing strategy in a growing engineering business.This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role where you’ll lead procurement activity, build supplier relationships, and ensure value is being delivered across all materials and subcontract processes.It’s a high-impact position, ideal for someone with purchasing experience in engineering who’s ready to lead a team, develop new systems and support ongoing operational success. Here’s how you’ll benefit:Lead strategic procurement – You’ll own and develop procurement strategy across the business, ensuring suppliers are delivering maximum value in terms of cost, service and quality.Cut waste and drive improvement – You’ll review existing supply chain processes, introduce KPIs, and lead cost-saving initiatives that streamline operations and reduce unnecessary spend.Build strong supplier relationships – You’ll be a key point of contact for existing and new suppliers, ensuring clear communication, effective contract management and long-term partnerships.Manage and develop a team – You’ll lead a small purchasing team, setting clear goals, providing coaching and supporting individual development.Enjoy a stable, supportive environment – With strong leadership support, great team culture and onsite working, you’ll be joining a company that invests in its people and values a job well done. What you’ll do:
* Implement and manage company-wide purchasing strategy
* Review supplier performance, negotiate contracts and improve procurement processes
* Monitor market trends and forecast procurement needs
* Lead the purchasing team and support individual growth and development
* Drive cost reduction across all supplier activity
* Ensure accurate tracking of purchasing data and introduce meaningful KPIs
* Collaborate with internal departments to meet operational needs
* Liaise with Accounts Payable to ensure timely and accurate payments
What you’ll bring:
* Experience in purchasing/procurement within an engineering or manufacturing environment with the ability to understand engineering drawings.
* Management experience – able to lead and develop a team
* Proven ability to negotiate, manage contracts and build supplier relationships
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
* Understanding of supply chain and procurement strategies
* CIPS qualification / relevant degree or extensive practical experience
* Strong IT skills, including Excel and purchasing systems
Sound like your next challenge?We’d love to tell you more. Whether you’re actively looking or just curious, get in touch for a confidential chat.To apply or find out more, contact us today.Keywords: Purchasing manager, buyer, CIPS, Supply chain, procurement, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Rotherham, Doncaster