Procurement Manager

Matchtech; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee all procurement activities, both strategic and operational. The successful candidate will need prior experience in the chemical or pharmaceutical sectors and knowledge of raw materials used in these industries. Responsibilities include supplier management, negotiations, and mentoring a small team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in procurement strategies and support product development.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.
• Knowledge of chemical and pharmaceutical raw materials and packaging.
• Strategic procurement and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier landscaping activities.
• Negotiate long-term agreements with supply chain partners.
• Ensure suppliers meet OTIF KPIs.
• Manage and mentor the procurement team.
• Support new product development activities.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

Mentoring

Tools

MRP systems

ERP systems

Job description

A market-leading business require a Procurement Manager to lead all procurement activities both strategic and operational for the business. Applicants need previous experience in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing and be familiar with the raw materials and ingredients used in these industries.

The Procurement Manager will report into Operations, and have full ownership of procurement department strategies encompassing; supplier management/selection, contract negotiations, supporting NPD and driving the achievement of OTIF. The role also has a small team management element.

Responsibilities

• Supplier landscaping activities particularly in regards to packaging and chemical/pharmaceutical raw materials and ingredients
• Sourcing of suppliers, and negotiation of LTAs with new and existing supply chain partners
• Ensure suppliers achieve OTIF KPIs
• Management and mentoring of procurement team
• Support NPD activities from a procurement stand-point
• Cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Procurement, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing or Supply Chain Management experience
• Knowledge of chemical, pharmaceutical raw materials/ingredients, and packaging supplier landscapes
• Strategic procurement skills - sourcing, negotiations, supplier relationship and contract management
• Experienced in MRP/ERP systems and how to optimise them
• Ability to mentor and manage a small team of Buyers