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SalaryPurchasing Manager
Location: Warwick
Industry: Manufacturing
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per year (depending on experience)
Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is looking for a skilled Purchasing Manager to join their team. As the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing goods, materials, and services to meet the company's operational needs. Your role will involve ensuring continuity of supply, considering factors such as price, quality, and delivery. You will also have people management responsibilities, overseeing Buyers, Junior Buyers, and/or Purchase Administrators.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain a continuous supply of required goods and materials, promptly addressing any supply problems that may impact business operations.
- Act as the link between Engineering and Purchasing, ensuring timely implementation of Engineering releases to support project build activities.
- Monitor component costs associated with new product introductions and report findings to the Project Teams.
- Stay up to date with market trends, competitor strategies, and market suppliers.
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs through research and evaluation.
- Deliver project-specific briefs, updates, and reports as required.
- Develop innovative procurement processes to improve operational efficiency and add value.
- Negotiate contracts, prices, and business terms with suppliers, utilising best practises.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in purchasing and procurement, with expertise in supplier relationship management.
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of purchasing policies, procedures, and compliance regulations.
- Ability to assess and evaluate suppliers and monitor their performance.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Perks:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working options.
- Opportunity to join a successful and growing company.
If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for procurement, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
