Purchasing Manager

Ford & Stanley Recruitment; Shirebrook; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations in Shirebrook. The ideal candidate will manage supplier relationships, lead a procurement team, and negotiate contracts to drive cost efficiencies. Preferred qualifications include CIPS Level 4 and experience in manufacturing or engineering. This full-time role offers a competitive salary between £48,000 - £50,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven procurement experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of cost reduction.
• Experience managing strategic supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of materials and services.
• Manage and mentor the on-site procurement team.
• Negotiate contracts and establish agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for optimal sourcing.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and report progress.

Skills

Procurement experience in manufacturing

Strong negotiation skills

Supply base cost drivers understanding

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

CIPS Level 4

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Purchasing Manager | Shirebrook, Mansfield | £48,000 - £50,000 per annum | Full-time | 5 days on-site

Are you an experienced procurement professional with a background in manufacturing or engineering? We're seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead a dynamic procurement team and drive strategic sourcing initiatives at our site in Shirebrook.

About the Role

Reporting to the Group Supply Chain & Procurement Director, you'll be responsible for ensuring the effective sourcing and expediting of all materials to support business operations. You'll play a key role in managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving cost efficiencies across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of direct and indirect materials and services, with a focus on engineering/manufacturing categories.
• Manage and mentor the on-site procurement team, aligning with group strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to source optimal products for projects.
• Negotiate contracts and establish framework/service level agreements.
• Build long‑term supplier partnerships and improve performance.
• Monitor material markets to support cost management and inflation control.
• Implement cost‑saving initiatives and report monthly progress.
• Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve material issues.
• Manage inventory, reduce obsolete stock, and establish safety stock levels.
• Deliver KPIs focused on cost, cash, quality, and service.
• Support ad hoc projects and business needs.

What We're Looking For

• Proven procurement experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of cost reduction.
• Deep understanding of supply base cost drivers.
• Experience managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Problem‑solving mindset and ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

CIPS Level 4 (preferred).

Close date: 03/11/2025

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an ongoing basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.