Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager

Michael Page (UK); Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager to lead a talented team at their Sheffield Global Headquarters. This pivotal role involves managing stock procurement, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of goods while maintaining high-quality standards. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in logistics and supplier management, with excellent communication and people management skills. Join a company that values innovation and offers a competitive salary alongside attractive benefits, including a subsidized gym scheme and pension contributions. If you're ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus statutory days

Subsidised company gym scheme

Subsidised corporate private health care

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Fully funded death in service benefits

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle2work salary sacrifice scheme

Incentive and bonus scheme awards

Long service awards

High street and cinema discounts

On-site private parking

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong numerical focus with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage stock replenishment systems for optimal service.
• Negotiate supplier contracts to ensure best prices and quality.

Skills

Negotiation

Procurement

Stock Management

Commercial Acumen

People Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Business Qualification (CIPS)

Tools

SAP S4/HANA

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

This important role will lead an established team and one which the successful candidate is expected to develop into a key part of the management Team of the Sheffield Global Headquarters. We require someone who ideally has a background within the engineering/distribution sector, who has a demonstrable track record of negotiation, procurement and the development and management of Global Import Logistics to provide assured customer service.

Client Details

Vulcan Engineering Limited is a successful, global company with our Head Office in Sheffield. We export worldwide to over 100 countries and continue to expand with sites now in Houston, Minnesota and Europe.

Description

1. Effective implementation and management of a best practice system for stock replenishment and maximum levels, enabling you to streamline, monitor and measure stock turn without compromising customer service.
2. You will be responsible for the diversification of Group Stock Procurement, managing existing supply chains and setting up new agreements/strong relationships.
3. You will possess a strong level of commercial acumen and demonstrate ability to procure best value from both current and new suppliers throughout the global market.
4. You will draft and issue invitation to Tenders and Supplier Partnership Agreements, negotiating terms and contracts to ensure best price for large or small quantity procurement, without compromising quality or service.
5. You will ensure all suppliers can deliver goods on time, correctly packaged in line with stock replenishment requirements.
6. You will also manage import Logistics to ensure complete control and compliance, along with best business practice, efficiency and reliability.
7. Management of a team of people with varying levels of experience and skill set. You will hold direct responsibility for total function performance, achievement of departmental KPI's, providing assured service to the business and developing the individuals.

Profile

1. A successful Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager should have: Candidate's will be highly numerically focused, with strong administration and organisational skills.
2. Have extensive experience of business ERP systems, specifically SAP S4/HANA, be proficient in Excel and other Microsoft programmes.
3. You must have superb people management and communication skills, building strong relationships with both the internal and external customer and supplier.
4. Management experience is essential; as is willingness to occasionally undertake travel.
5. A track record of success in managing and developing Asian suppliers, as well as in-house assembly and Quality Assurance.
6. A relevant Business or Purchasing qualification (CIPS) would be desirable.

Job Offer

1. A competitive salary range of £45,000 - £50,000 GBP per annum.
2. 20 days holiday per annum (pro-rata) running Jan-Dec, plus 3 days over the Christmas period and all statutory days.
3. 1 additional day holiday for each full year of employment up to a maximum of 5 days.
4. 50 minutes daily paid breaks (pro-rata).
5. Subsidised company gym scheme to all employees.
6. Subsidised corporate private health care scheme.
7. Participation in Vulcan's pension scheme (5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution of qualifying earnings).
8. Fully funded death in service benefits.
9. An electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
10. Cycle2work salary sacrifice scheme.
11. Incentive and bonus scheme awards.
12. Long service awards.
13. High street and cinema discounts.
14. On-site private parking.

If you're excited to be part of a winning team, and are keen to contribute to our success, apply for the Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager role today.