Job Description
Purchasing & Stores ManagerLocation: BarnsleySalary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Lead a High-Performing Supply Chain Function
A major UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced Purchasing & Stores Manager for its state-of-the-art Barnsley fabrication and production facility. This pivotal role supports global supply chain operations, driving excellence across purchasing, materials flow and internal logistics.
This leadership position offers the opportunity to shape a global supply base, influence strategic purchasing, and deliver continuous improvement across procurement, stores and stock control.
About the Role
Responsible for Purchasing Management and Stores & Internal Logistics, you’ll ensure seamless material flow, supplier performance and stock optimisation.
Purchasing Leadership
* Lead, develop and coach the purchasing team
* Strengthen supplier performance and logistics
* Implement secure, efficient purchasing strategies
* Oversee cost control, contract negotiations and sourcing
Stores & Internal Logistics
* Manage internal materials movement and stock control
* Align stocking policies with planning and scheduling
* Drive continuous improvement through systems and data
* Maintain inventory accuracy and stock-take performance
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a supplier portfolio exceeding £10M
* Negotiate commercially robust supply contracts
* Develop global, dual-source supply bases
* Implement KPIs, scorecards and supplier monitoring
* Lead audits, tenders and strategic supplier development
* Support NPI and production launches
* Manage purchasing planning, MRP parameters and cost-reduction initiatives
* Oversee logistics strategy, stock accuracy and obsolete inventory control
* Ensure ISO 9001/14001/18001 compliance and maintain documentation
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
* 5+ years in senior purchasing or supply chain
* Experience with steel, fabrications and machined components
* Knowledge of single-piece-flow environments
* Strong MRP and Microsoft Office skills
* Proven internal logistics and inventory management expertise
* Strong negotiation and contract management
* Global travel capability
* Experience with lean, supplier auditing and PPAP/QPAP
Desirable
* CIPS qualification
* Open-book costing and PPV experience
* Automotive supply chain exposure
Benefits
25 holidays rising to 30, bonus, 5% pension, life insurance, health cover, staff discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, referral bonuses, discounted gym memberships.
If you are interested or would like to know more, please click apply with a copy of your up to date CV