Purchasing Manager

i2r Packaging Solutions; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement processes and ensure operational needs are met. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving cost savings while adhering to sustainable procurement guidelines. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating leadership and excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and success of the company's operations. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus 1 day for birthday

Employer pension contribution

Cash plan and discount benefit scheme

Annual bonus based on performance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Purchasing and Procurement within manufacturing.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and purchasing of all materials and services.
• Negotiate and approve supplier contracts and maintain documentation.
• Conduct demand analysis and manage supplier communication.

Skills

Purchasing Management

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Microsoft Office

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Excel (vlookups, pivot tables)

Education

CIPS Qualification

Tools

SAP

Supplier Portals

Job description

Telford

Salary - Competitive

Full Time - Permanent

i2r Packaging Solutions manufactures a comprehensive range of aluminium foil wrinklewall and smoothwall containers used throughout the food industry.

As a global leader in our field, we supply superior, lightweight, robust aluminium foil packaging for food to many leading retail brands, as well as foil containers for wholesaler and distributor markets worldwide.

The Role

The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for all aspects of procurement and purchasing of goods, materials, and services. Ensuring that the company's operational needs are met in line with i2r's sustainable procurement guidelines, considering price, quality, and delivery to ensure continuity of supply.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and purchasing of all production and non-production materials and services.
• Manage customer contracted and non-contracted metal demand and purchase contracts with all group and non-group suppliers.
• Manage stocks of all purchased goods in line with company objectives and report accordingly.
• Manage all group and non-group metal scrap contracts.
• Conduct demand analysis, generate purchase orders, and ensure expedition.
• Maintain supplier communication and management, ensuring clear and timely lines of communication and supply.
• Assess and manage all supply in line with i2r's sustainable procurement guidelines.
• Negotiate and approve supplier contracts, maintain documentation, and proactively assess renewal requirements.
• Manage tender processes, gather data, collate quotations, and arrange sample trials where applicable.
• Manage the supplier database, qualification, and new supplier setup via the i2r Supplier Portal (Ariba).
• Lead development and implementation of processes to evaluate and report on supplier performance.
• Create, review, and maintain purchasing processes and procedures.
• Manage and maintain purchasing databases and files, including contracts, pricing, and orders, and provide reports to internal stakeholders.
• Identify demand outlets for slow-moving purchased materials.
• Support SAP purchasing implementation.
• Drive cost savings and conduct regular benchmarking exercises to ensure the best prices are obtained.
• Manage and support direct reports, assign responsibilities, and ensure effective training and development of the team.

About You

Essential Experience

• Extensive experience in Purchasing, Procurement, and Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Desired Experience

• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or FMCG environments.
• Familiarity with Supplier Portals, SAP, System Migration.
• CIPS qualification or working towards it.

We're Looking For Someone Who Has

• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong communication skills across all formats and levels.
• Organizational skills to prioritize effectively.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, including vlookups and pivot tables.
• Dedication, enthusiasm, drive, and self-motivation.

Benefits Offered

• 25 days of annual leave plus 1 day for birthday.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Cash plan and discount benefit scheme.
• Annual bonus based on performance.

Apply today with an up-to-date CV.