Purchasing Manager STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL

Drnewitt; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Food Manufacturer in Manchester is recruiting for a Purchasing Manager. This role involves managing procurement, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in food manufacturing, particularly with Packaging Ingredients and raw materials. Key responsibilities include monitoring supplier performance and applying Lean Manufacturing practices to enhance operations. A full-time position with an annual salary range of £60,000 - £70,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Manager level experience required with a background in food manufacturing.
• Essential supplier negotiation and sourcing experience.
• Experience in Packaging Ingredients and raw materials is a must.

Responsibilities

• Monitor supplier performance and negotiate pricing.
• Liaise with production on stock levels and supply chain issues.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing methodologies for process improvements.
• Collaborate with Technical Department on quality and compliance.
• Identify efficiency opportunities and implement best practices.
• Prepare and manage tenders and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and product standards.
• Conduct supplier audits for ethical and legal compliance.
• Foster a culture of integrity and collaboration.
• Maintain audit readiness through consistent compliance.

Skills

Inventory Control

Purchasing

Sourcing

Procurement

Vendor Management

ERP Systems

Negotiation

Materials Management

Manufacturing

MRP

Contracts

Job description

Job Description

A leading Food Manufacturer is currently recruiting for a Purchasing Manager to join the team. Reporting into the General Manager this Purchasing Manager will have responsibility for both direct and indirect expenditure. The successful applicant will have previous experience in a food manufacturing environment across Packaging Ingredients and raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Monitor supplier performance negotiate optimal pricing and strategically source new suppliers where required.
• Liaise daily with the production department to report stock levels and highlight any supply chain disruptions.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing methodologies to drive process improvements and operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with the Technical Department to ensure alignment on quality standards food safety compliance and product development goals.
• Identify efficiency opportunities implementing innovations and best practices to enhance operations.
• Prepare submit and manage tenders conducting effective contract negotiations with suppliers.
• Uphold food safety and product integrity ensuring all goods meet required standards.
• Conduct and support audits of suppliers and service providers ensuring compliance with food safety ethical sourcing and legal obligations.
• Foster a culture of integrity collaboration and a do the right thing mindset across all interactions.
• Ensure the site remains audit-ready at all times through consistent food safety compliance.

Qualifications

Experience: Manager level. Supplier negotiation and sourcing experience essential. Must have experience across Packaging Ingredients and raw materials.

Key Skills

• Inventory Control
• Purchasing
• Sourcing
• Procurement
• Vendor Management
• HR Sourcing
• ERP Systems
• Negotiation
• Materials Management
• Manufacturing
• MRP
• Contracts

Additional Information

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: 60000 - 70000

To apply please email a CV.