Purchasing Manager

ZipRecruiter; Billericay; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Purchasing Manager to lead a team of buyers in a fast-paced environment. This role involves managing supplier negotiations, overseeing daily procurement activities, and ensuring timely deliveries. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management within the electronics sector and a hands-on approach to problem-solving. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and results-driven strategies, and make a significant impact on their purchasing operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years as a senior buyer in the electronics industry.
• Experience in managing complex supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate supplier prices and lead times for procurement.
• Manage purchasing for strategic customers effectively.
• Analyze data to determine optimal purchasing options.

Skills

Supply chain management

Purchasing experience

Data analysis

Tools

MRP system (Factory Master)

Job description

Job Description

Purchasing Manager

Job Summary

As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead a team of 3 buyers in a fast-paced purchasing environment. The role involves managing costing proposals, supporting new product introductions, overseeing daily procurement activities, and ensuring timely supplier deliveries. Strong collaboration with internal departments and a hands-on, results-driven approach are essential.

Main responsibilities

1. Negotiate supplier price, lead time and delivery quotations.
2. Manage purchasing for strategic customers.
3. Develop close working relationship with other key functions in the company to support commercial negotiations for new projects.
4. Analyse complex data for multiple components and reach decisions on the best purchasing options.
5. Ensure the correct use & data integrity of the MRP system, Factory Master, to support purchasing and quoting activities.
6. Provide additional support in the day-to-day buying and purchasing activities of the team in times of high workload or absence & More

Skills, knowledge & experience

1. Supply chain management and purchasing experience within the electronics industry
2. Previous experience as a senior buyer; minimum of 5 years.

Salary

Up to £47k (dependent on skills & experience)

Working Hours - Full time is 39 hours per week

Mon to Thurs 08:00 to 16:30 and Fri 08:00 to 15:30