Purchasing Manager

ZipRecruiter; Northwich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company seeks a Purchasing Manager to enhance sourcing excellence and operational efficiency. The role involves building supplier partnerships, guiding a collaborative purchasing team, and ensuring ethical compliance. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, 5+ years in procurement, and strong analytical skills. The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

401(k) program with company match

Health and wellness coverage

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
• Experience mentoring purchasing professionals.
• Confidence in using procurement tools for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with internal teams and suppliers.
• Guide a collaborative purchasing team to meet goals.
• Coordinate purchasing strategies based on market insights.
• Use data analysis to improve sourcing processes.
• Ensure timely material arrivals by collaborating with teams.
• Develop supplier partnerships focused on quality and reliability.
• Monitor purchasing activities for compliance and ethics.
• Support team development through regular coaching and check-ins.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Data analysis

Team leadership

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related area

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Overview

Within our Plant Procurement team - Leprino is seeking a Purchasing Manager to move our organization to an even larger level of sourcing excellence and operational efficiency! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

Responsibilities

• Build lasting relationships with internal teams and trusted suppliers to support seamless operations.
• Guide and support a collaborative purchasing team to meet shared goals.
• Coordinate purchasing strategies that reflect both market insights and business needs.
• Use thoughtful data analysis to enhance how we buy and source goods and services.
• Work closely with plant and supply chain teams to make sure materials arrive on time.
• Develop supplier partnerships that focus on quality, reliability, and transparency.
• Monitor purchasing activities to stay aligned with our ethical and compliance standards.
• Support team development through coaching and regular check-ins - everyone's growth matters!
• Encourage cross-functional teamwork to better forecast demand and manage inventory needs.
• Identify opportunities for cost improvement that don’t sacrifice product integrity.
• Track purchasing activity to ensure smooth workflows and positive financial impact.
• Be a visible ambassador of safety and community values - your voice matters here!

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related area.
• 5+ years of experience working in procurement or supply chain.
• Experience guiding or mentoring purchasing professionals.
• Confidence using procurement software and tools for reporting and planning.

Additional Qualifications

• A master’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or procurement.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or food production setting.
• Background in leading cross-functional projects with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with sustainability-focused sourcing methods.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

Offering you in return

Leprino’s compensation and benefits packages are among the industry’s best! This includes competitive pay, health and wellness coverage, a 401(k) program with company match, and much more.

Our Story

Leprino Foods began as a small, family-owned market selling grocery items in Denver, Colorado in 1950. We are now the largest mozzarella and lactose producer in the world, and a leading manufacturer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, we have nearly 5,000 employees and are dedicated to our values of Quality, Service, Competitive Price, and Ethics. Our global presence spans over 55 countries, and we continue to innovate and grow.

The Easy Apply option through LinkedIn is not considered an official application with Leprino Foods. If you would like to formally apply for this open position, please visit the following URL: https://www.leprinofoods.eu/careers/