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This company is a market leader in their field, seeking a highly experienced Head of Purchasing with a background in Engineering, especially in electronics components. The role involves defining and delivering the global supply chain strategy, combining strategic, leadership, and hands-on skills.
This is an opportunity to significantly contribute to the business and drive success. Located just outside Cambridge, the role involves managing procurement activities, optimizing costs, ensuring timely delivery, and building supplier relationships.
The ideal candidate will:
* Have a proven track record of cost reduction
* Experience managing offshore contract manufacturing
* Provide clear team direction and lead by example
* Work effectively with global suppliers
* Pay excellent attention to detail
* Handle large volumes of information and prioritize issues within complex organizations
* Possess strong influencing and negotiation skills
* Be a team player capable of working with stakeholders across disciplines
* Be willing to travel internationally
Preferred qualifications include:
* Degree qualification
* Professional qualification such as MCIPS
* Strong Excel skills
* Detailed knowledge of Microsoft AX
Due to travel requirements, a full, clean driving license and own car are necessary; travel expenses are paid.
In return, you can expect:
* A salary of £80,000 - £90,000 depending on experience
* Flexible working hours
* Pension, dental, and healthcare benefits
* Staff wellbeing support
* Discounted gym membership
* Subsidized onsite restaurant
* Large free parking and electric vehicle charging points
* Social events and activities
If interested, please send your CV today.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries: Software Development
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