Purchasing Manager

Michael Page; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement activities, ensuring efficient sourcing of materials and services. This role involves managing supplier relationships and optimizing costs while supporting the supply chain function. A competitive salary of approximately £65,000 to £70,000 per annum, with opportunities for career progression in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement supporting a growing manufacturer.
• Skilled developing and engaging a team.
• Experience managing metals biased spend portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage procurement team, coaching and developing to build performance.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the supply chain.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement strategies with business needs.

Skills

Team Development

Procurement

Cost Optimisation

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Job description

The Purchasing Manager will oversee procurement activities within a growing manufacturer, ensuring the efficient sourcing of materials and services. This role involves managing supplier relationships, cost optimisation, and supporting the supply chain function.

Client Details

This already successful organisation operates within the manufacturing sector, known for its strong market presence, and appetite for continuous improvement and commitment to operational excellence. The company values expertise in procurement and supply chain management to drive its business goals.

Description

As the Purchasing Manager you will,

• Lead and manage procurement team, coaching and developing to build performance and capability
• Review the current supply chain against quality, cost, delivery metrics, and supporting action to re-source, or build closer partnerships
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, operations, planning) to align procurement strategies with business needs
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the supply chain
• Provide visibility of the value created to senior management team

Profile

The ideal Purchasing Manager profile will have,

• Proven experience in procurement supporting a growing manufacturer
• Skilled developing and engaging a team, raising performance
• Proven in managing metals biased spend portfolios
• Capable of improving systems and processes, to remove non-value add activity

Job Offer

• A competitive salary of approximately 65,000 to 70,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for career progression
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

This is a permanent position with excellent benefits. If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Purchasing Manager, we encourage you to apply today!