Senior Purchasing Lead: SAP Sourcing & Cost Control

Terry Parris Associates; England; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activities onsite in Tonbridge, Kent. This role involves managing a team, driving supplier performance, and ensuring effective sourcing of materials and services. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in procurement, be proficient with SAP, and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and supports ongoing operational growth through effective supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Purchasing Manager or Procurement Lead.
• Confident with SAP, MRP processes and supplier management.
• Able to analyse procurement data and present findings.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, procurement and supplier negotiation activities.
• Drive commercial improvements and logistics optimisation.
• Maintain and monitor supplier KPI performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Data analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Tools

SAP

MRP processes

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activities onsite in Tonbridge, Kent. This role involves managing a team, driving supplier performance, and ensuring effective sourcing of materials and services. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in procurement, be proficient with SAP, and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and supports ongoing operational growth through effective supplier relationships.