Purchasing Manager *STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL

Trades Workforce Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Food Manufacturer is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee supplier performance and manage both direct and indirect expenditure. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation and sourcing experience, specifically within Packaging, Ingredients, and raw materials in a food manufacturing environment. This role requires collaboration across departments to ensure quality standards and safety compliance. Interested applicants should send a CV for consideration.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing, particularly in Packaging, Ingredients, and raw materials.
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers and source new ones.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor supplier performance and negotiate pricing.
• Liaise with production to report stock levels.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing to drive improvements.
• Collaborate with Technical Department on quality standards.
• Identify efficiency opportunities and implement innovations.
• Prepare and manage tenders, conducting negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and product standards.
• Support audits of suppliers for legal compliance.
• Contribute to strategic projects within the company.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Sourcing expertise

Lean Manufacturing methodologies

Collaboration with technical teams

Audit compliance

Process improvement

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.
• Contribute to strategic projects, supporting business planning and risk mitigation in line with company growth objectives.
• 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

Supplier negotiation and sourcing experience essential. Experience across Packaging, Ingredients and raw materials within a food manufacturing environment required.

To apply please email a CV.