Purchasing Manager

Rednal Recruitment Ltd; Clevedon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join a management team in Clevedon, England. The ideal candidate has a strong background in procurement within a manufacturing environment and possesses excellent negotiation and leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a benefits package that includes a pension and a profit-related bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Profit related quarterly bonus

Pension

Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home)

Standard 4.5 day week with flexible start/finish times

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Procurement/Purchasing Manager in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of procurement practices and vendor negotiation.
• Familiarity with manufacturing materials and production timelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement processes and vendor relationships.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies.
• Ensure timely availability of manufacturing materials.

Skills

Procurement Management

Vendor Negotiation

Supply Chain Management

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Supply Chain Management degree

CIPS or APICS certification

Tools

ERP Systems

Procurement Software

Job description

Our client is a specialist Electro-Mechanical Design/Manufacture company. We are currently seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join their management team. Our client is an excellent employer offering flexible working environment and attractive benefits package to include:

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Profit related quarterly bonus
• Pension
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home)
• Standard 4.5 day week with flexible start/finish times

Qualifications and Experience Sought

• Proven experience as a Procurement/Purchasing Manager - preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of procurement practices, supply chain management and vendor negotiation
• Familiarity with manufacturing materials (e.g., metals, plastics, electronics) and production timelines
• Proficient in ERP systems and procurement software
• Excellent analytical, communication and leadership skills
• Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business or related field
• CIPS, APICS certification (or equivalent) is a plus

For more information please apply or contact Jim Lander at Rednal Recruitment Ltd. We look forward to hearing from you.