Purchasing Team Leader

Randstad Business Support; Town of Middleton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a high-performing purchasing team as a Purchasing Team Leader in a collaborative environment. This innovative firm is seeking a results-oriented leader to manage and develop a team of purchasing assistants, ensuring efficient delivery of services. You will champion continuous improvement and drive efficiency while collaborating with internal stakeholders. With a focus on strategic thinking and hands-on support, you will play a crucial role in enhancing procurement operations. If you're ready to lead and grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Smartphone

Company Laptop

Life Insurance

Private Health Care

30 Days Holiday

Thank You Days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Team Leader or Management position.
• Highly numerate and analytical with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing assistant team and ensure KPI targets are met.
• Evaluate and propose new systems to improve efficiency.

Skills

Team Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Business Warehouse

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Thrive in a collaborative environment and make a difference in procurement. Join a high-performing purchasing team as a results-oriented Purchasing Team Leader.

About the Role:

You'll be at the forefront of our procurement operations, leading and developing a team of purchasing assistants while ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of administrative services across the entire Group Purchasing function. You'll champion efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead & Develop: Manage the purchasing assistant team, directing workflow, supporting professional development (PDRs, training, etc.), and ensuring all team members meet individual and team KPI targets.
• Provide Expert Support: Deliver accurate and timely administrative services for the team and create and manage support manuals for ongoing team development.
• Drive Efficiency: Evaluate and propose new systems and processes to improve efficiency and quality of service while managing costs.
• Strategic Thinking: Periodically share team updates, opportunities, challenges, and solutions with senior management.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve data quality and service levels.
• Hands-On Support: Provide direct support to the Purchasing Assistant team during peak workload periods or absences.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience in a Team Leader or Management position within a Purchasing, Sales, Contact Centre, or similar function.
• An understanding of Group Purchasing processes and supporting administrative tasks is advantageous
• Highly numerate and analytical, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in SAP, Business Warehouse, and Microsoft Office Suite, specifically excel: Vlookups, Pivot Tables
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience presenting data and updates.

What's on Offer:

• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid Working
• Company Smartphone device (incl. licensing and private use) and Company laptop.
• Life Insurance: three times annual base salary
• Private Health Care
• Holiday entitlement: 30 days per annum plus 3 days statutory (pro-rated in hours accordingly)
• Thank You Days: option of 3 days extra holiday per annum for full attendance
• A supportive environment with opportunities for career advancement.

Ready to lead and grow? Apply today!

Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.