Procurement Manager (Manufacturing)

VanRath; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Lisburn is seeking a Procurement Manager for a permanent role. The position involves developing purchasing policies, negotiating contracts, maintaining stock control, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess relevant experience to excel in this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Forklift License is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing policies and procedures to maximise purchasing power.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers for quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain stock control systems to meet production targets.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Management

Stock Control

Financial Analysis

Compliance Management

Job description

VANRATH is assisting our client, a large-scale manufacturer, in their search for a Procurement Manager to join the team on a permanent basis. This role will be based in the company's Lisburn office. Permanent role

• Salary: Negotiable
• Monday to Friday (8:00 am - 4:30 pm, with a 12:30 pm finish on Friday)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures to optimise efficiency and maximise purchasing power.
• Negotiate favourable contracts with suppliers, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and periodic reviews.
• Maintain stock control and audit systems to meet production, delivery targets, and business objectives.
• Oversee goods-inwards and storage operations for efficiency, safety, and space utilisation.
• Monitor the central materials budget to control purchasing costs.
• Analyse customer schedules, forecast material requirements, and issue purchase orders to suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, health, and safety regulations while driving continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop staff to maintain high performance, training, and motivation standards.
• Support IT system improvements and operational enhancements.

Criteria

Essential Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role

Desirable Qualifications:

• Forklift License (not essential)

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