Purchasing Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK manufacturer is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and manage a small team. Candidates should have proven experience in purchasing or procurement in manufacturing, strong negotiation skills, and relevant qualifications. The role offers competitive salary, 33 days holiday, and career development support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days holiday

Life assurance

Pension plan

Healthcare plan

Free onsite parking

Gym membership discounts

Career development support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Team management experience.
• Knowledge of supply chain and lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supplier performance and negotiate contracts.
• Forecast procurement needs according to market trends.
• Develop a small purchasing team and drive their performance.
• Deliver cost reductions and track KPIs.
• Collaborate with internal departments.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Team management

Technical drawing interpretation

Knowledge of supply chain principles

Education

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Purchasing Manager – South Yorkshire

We’re excited to be partnering with a well-established UK manufacturer, working with advanced technology to support leading OEMs across sectors like defence, construction, rail, and much more. With in-house expertise spanning laser cutting, CNC machining, fabrication, welding, and full assembly, they deliver complex projects from start to finish and they’re now looking for a Purchasing Manager to join their team. If you have proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment – we would love to hear from you!

In this role, you’ll

• Oversee supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and improve purchasing processes.
• Forecast procurement needs in line with market trends.
• Lead and develop a small purchasing team, driving both performance and personal growth.
• Deliver cost reductions and track performance against clear KPIs.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure procurement aligns with operational requirements.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Team management experience
• Knowledge of supply chain and lean principles.
• Relevant qualifications (CIPS or degree) or equivalent practical expertise.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary.
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Life assurance, pension, and healthcare plan.
• Free onsite parking.
• Gym and retail membership discounts.
• Career development support through training and structured progression.
• A collaborative culture where people are supported and recognised.

Sounds good, how do I apply?

• Option 1: Click the apply button, don’t worry if you don’t have an up-to-date CV, we can discuss whatever you have to hand.
• Option 2: Find Morgan Veness on LinkedIn and drop me a message or connection request