Based in South Cambridgeshire, our client is a family-owned business, trading for over 30 years they are a leading manufacturer in their field.
On behalf of our client, we are looking to recruit a commercially focused and highly organised Purchasing Manager with at least 5 years' experience in purchasing and MRP system implementation.
The successful candidate with play a key role in shaping purchasing processes, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring consistent stock availability. A major part of the role involves optimising the MRP system to improve forecasting, stock control, and supply chain efficiency.
Purchasing Manager - Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for 2 other member of staff
2. Manage and optimise the company's procurement processes
3. Develop and manage the company's MRP system to optimise stock management, forecasting and procurement planning
4. Source and procure hardware products from UK and international suppliers
5. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier terms to drive best value
6. Manage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring quality and delivery standards are maintained
7. Collaborate with sales, and finance teams to ensure alignment across departments
8. Maintain accurate purchasing data, stock records, and reporting
9. Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with contracts and agreements
10. Ident...