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Director of Purchasing

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Newcastle-under-Lyme

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GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

A prominent UK manufacturer is seeking a Director of Purchasing in Newcastle-under-Lyme. You will lead the procurement function, manage a team, and shape the sourcing strategy. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of procurement experience and strong negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with the opportunity to influence key supply chain decisions.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Dynamic leadership team
Opportunity for impactful change

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
  • Proven success sourcing steel and fabrication components.
  • Strong negotiation skills with international suppliers.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the entire procurement function and manage a team of six buyers.
  • Design and implement cost reduction procurement strategies.
  • Negotiate long-term supplier agreements and manage offshore purchasing.

Skills

Procurement experience
Leadership
Negotiation skills
Commercial acumen

Tools

ERP systems (SAGE/Sicon)
Procurement analytics

Job description

Job Description

Director of Purchasing | Newcastle-under-Lyme | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Shape the Future of Public Spaces with Broxap

At Broxap Ltd, we manufacture street furniture and shape the everyday experiences of people across the UK. From iconic litter & recycling bins and bollards to innovative shelters and seating units, our durable, design-led products are trusted across the public and private sectors.

As we continue to grow, we’re searching for a Director of Purchasing — a commercially astute, strategically minded procurement leader — to join our senior leadership team and take charge of our purchasing operation.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence company-wide success at a critical stage of growth.

The Role: Director of Purchasing

Reporting directly to the Manufacturing Director, you will oversee the entire procurement function, managing a team of six experienced buyers, and take ownership of the sourcing strategy for steel, components, and subcontract services — predominantly in the UK, but overseas also.

You will be accountable for ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and continuity of supply across a complex supply chain, while also driving rebate income, cost savings, and supplier performance improvements.

Why Broxap?

  • Work with a respected UK manufacturer with an impressive heritage and future vision
  • Join a dynamic, quality-driven leadership team
  • Influence real change across purchasing, supply chain, and manufacturing functions
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Opportunity to shape procurement strategy and create measurable impact

Key Responsibilities of the Director of Purchasing:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of buyers across multiple procurement categories.
  • Design and implement a procurement strategy focused on cost reduction, value engineering, and supplier optimisation.
  • Manage offshore purchasing and build resilient international supplier relationships.
  • Negotiate long-term supplier agreements, including rebate and incentive-based contracts.
  • Monitor market trends (particularly steel) to manage supply risks and drive competitive advantage.
  • Drive key KPIs including; Total cost savings, Supplier OTIF (On-Time In-Full), Lead time reduction, Inventory turnover & PO accuracy, Rebate income & supplier compliance
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, and finance teams.
  • Champion ERP and reporting system improvements to enhance procurement visibility and accuracy.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Minimum 10 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a senior/leadership role within manufacturing.
  • Proven success sourcing steel and fabrication components for manufacturing or construction.
  • Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and experience with international suppliers.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAGE/Sicon ) and procurement analytics.
  • A hands-on, performance-driven leader with the ability to influence at all levels.

Ready to Lead the Charge?

If you're a confident purchasing professional with a passion for building robust, value-focused supply chains, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help Broxap continue setting the standard in British manufacturing.

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