Purchasing Manager

Description:

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 their ever-growing 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 essentialJob 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 employeesThis 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