Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

£55,000 | Northampton

Are you a Purchasing Manager with experience in a fast‑paced telecommunications or product‑led manufacturing environment, and confident using Sage?

We’re working with a well‑established business in Northampton looking for someone to take ownership of site purchasing, driving supplier performance, cost reduction and material availability.

This is a hands‑on role with real ownership and visibility across the business.

How will you make a difference?

• Lead and implement purchasing strategies aligned to business goals
• Source telecoms components, electronics, fibre and plastics globally
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, quality and delivery
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms
• Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement
• Ensure material availability while optimising stock levels
• Support forecasting and demand planning with internal teams
• Oversee purchase orders and ensure compliance
• Manage supplier risk and contingency planning
• Support new product development and engineering change activity
• Lead stock control and coordinate stock takes
• Provide reporting and input into budgeting

What do we want to know about you?

• Proven experience in a Purchasing Manager or senior procurement role
• Background in telecommunications, electronics or similar environment
• Experience sourcing from UK, Europe and the Far East
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Proficiency in Sage (essential) and ERP systems
• Commercially aware with a focus on cost and performance
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment

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