Purchasing Manager

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Marden; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Marden is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to develop and implement strategies that enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will lead the purchasing team, negotiate contracts, and ensure a robust supply chain in support of high-quality standards. Applicants should possess strong negotiation skills, excellent leadership abilities, and ideally hold a CIPS qualification. This role offers benefits including flexible working hours and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Flexi working hours

Pension after three months

Life assurance from day 1

Health Shield after six months

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager.
• Strong skills in negotiation and supplier assessment.
• Excellent leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance and relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier agreements.
• Lead and train the purchasing team.

Skills

Sourcing and negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Our client, a global leader in the design and manufacture of specialist products, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join their team in Marden. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a key department, shaping purchasing strategies and contributing to the company’s continued success.

Position Overview

As the Purchasing Manager, you will be central to the company’s operations. You will develop and execute purchasing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Your leadership will ensure the supply chain is robust, supporting production and contributing directly to the company’s high-quality standards and global reputation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead purchasing and logistics strategies.
• Track and report on key performance indicators.
• Manage and assess supplier performance and relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and supply agreements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data within SAP.
• Lead, train, and develop the purchasing team.
• Manage the importation process for overseas goods.
• Collaborate on group-wide purchasing initiatives.
• Present quarterly performance reviews to leadership.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Purchasing Manager.
• CIPS qualification is highly preferred.
• Strong experience in sourcing and negotiation processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficient in data analysis and senior management reporting.
• Good knowledge of current purchasing regulations.
• Ability to travel across the UK and Europe when required.
• Experience using SAP is essential.

Benefits

• Flexi working hours
• Pension after three months
• Life assurance from day 1
• Health Shield after six months
• 25 days holiday + bank hols