Purchasing Manager
Competitive salary, 33 days leave, full-time M-F, hybrid working 2 days WFH per week, enhanced pension scheme.
Due to continued success, a UK head office of a global manufacturing company has an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Manager to join them. You will provide key procurement support to the Corby site:
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the function for the site.
- Build and manage a high performing supplier base, negotiating contracts, pricing, and service levels.
- Oversee procurement of raw materials, components, and indirect goods to support production schedules.
- Analyse market trends, risks, and cost drivers to inform purchasing strategy.
- Implement and maintain procurement policies, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Production, Engineering, and Finance to ensure seamless supply chain performance.
- Drive cost reduction projects without compromising quality or delivery.
- Ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and sustainability standards.
Qualifications
We would expect the successful Purchasing Manager to be able to demonstrate a strong working knowledge of purchasing and procurement processes, be an excellent negotiator and communicator, and have a strong business acumen and great analytical skills. You will be supported 1-to-1 to become familiar with the company processes and procedures. This would be an ideal role for you if you have worked within procurement management, purchasing specialist or a buyer position.
You will be joining the UK Head Office of a company that has been established for over 50 years with an enviable reputation in their manufacturing field. Working directly with the Operations Manager, this role offers variety on a daily basis. The organisation is synonymous with delivering outstanding products and is keen to recruit a Purchasing Manager who strives to offer the same.
Benefits
- 33 days holiday per year
- Hybrid 2 days WFH
- Enhanced pension
- Christmas holiday shut down
- Permanent
- Immediate start
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