Procurement Manager

SRG; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global speciality chemicals company in Brighton is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead a purchasing team and enhance procurement strategies. The role involves managing procurement for speciality chemicals, training team members, and improving processes. Ideal candidates will have a recent CIPS qualification and experience in a chemical manufacturing environment. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a discretionary bonus and company pension.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Company pension

Early finish on Friday

Qualifications

• Proven recent experience as a Buyer in a raw material chemical manufacturer.
• Willing and excited to implement positive change and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Leading a small purchasing team internally.
• Managing the full procurement process for a range of speciality chemicals.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers.

Skills

Proactive approach

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Recent CIPS qualification

Job description

Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Brighton, East Sussex

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)

Term: Permanent

SRG are working with a well-respected, global company who specialise in the creation of speciality chemicals for several different markets. Currently undergoing an exciting growth journey, they are now looking for a Procurement Manager to lead a small purchasing team and improve procurement strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to own and lead various procurement optimisation projects within the business!

Benefits: An opportunity to join a speciality chemicals company at an exciting time for the company. Discretionary bonus scheme, Xmas shutdown period, company pension amongst others. 37.5 hours per week, with an early finish on a Friday.

Role / Description

• Leading a small purchasing team internally
• Carrying out training, development and performance reviews of the team
• Understanding the current purchasing and stock management processes
• Identifying areas for improvement to increase efficiencies
• Using the internal ERP, and utilising the system to its full potential
• Managing the full procurement process for a range of speciality chemicals
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers
• Creating and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders within the suppliers
• Liaising with multiple departments in the business including Logistics and Sales

Requirements

• Recent CIPS qualification
• Proven recent experience as a Buyer in a raw material chemical manufacturer
• Able to be on site near Brighton 5 days a week
• A proactive approach and drive to deliver exceptional service
• Willing and excited to implement positive change and process improvements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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Keywords: Purchaser, Buyer, Procurement, Procurement Manager, Purchasing, Chemical Purchasing, Supply Chain, ERP, Stock Control, Speciality Chemicals, Chemistry, Chemicals, Raw Materials, Chemical Ingredients.

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