Purchasing Manager

This Purchasing Manager & Stores role is pivotal for driving processes, within a manufacturing and distribution environment. The ideal candidate will have a knack for system efficiency, cost reduction, and strengthening vendor relationships.

Client Details

My client is a leading global player in the industrial manufacturing sector, servicing the ever-growing logistics industry. With a UK and global presence, they are renowned for their high-quality products and innovative manufacturing processes.

Description

• Managing and controlling all the company's external suppliers, handling negotiations, and driving for cost reductions, terms and working capital improvements
• Responsibility for site wide inventory and stock turns targets, working in close collaboration with Production, Engineering, and Controls
• Close collaboration with product development and taking lead in all purchase and supply chain activities to drive best in class solutions
• Ensure all MRP generated requisitions are actioned in a timely manner to ensure selected suppliers can deliver on time to meet the production program.
• Establish strategic relationships with key suppliers who are aligned to the business's needs, and identify new suppliers, agree improved terms, and negotiate supply agreements / contracts
• Continually improve purchasing methods through supplier visits, value analysis, and drive down external spend
• Understanding and keeping up with new trends and regulations
• Analyse inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns and reduce waste

Profile

• Degree or equivalent - CIPS advantageous
• Minimum 5 years previous experience in a Procurement role, gained within manufacturing
• Leadership experience (ideally across both procurement and stores/inventory)
• Proven ability in ER/MRP (Sage X3 advantageous)
• Proven track record of controlling and reducing external spend and stockholding whilst developing a robust supplier base
• Proven track record of driving change, cost reduction and working capital improvements
• EMEA and APAC purchasing experience would be ideal but is not essential
• Experience in working for a Global PE Business would be ideal but is not essential

Job Offer

• Purchasing Manager & Stores will be offered a competitive salary range plus package
• The chance to develop and implement strategic procurement and inventory processes, during a time of change and transformation
• A workplace based near Corby that values the growth and development of its employees

This role provides an excellent opportunity for a driven Procurement and Inventory Manager to make a significant impact on a company's operations. Apply now and propel your career to new heights