Senior Purchasing Manager

TN United Kingdom; Edgware; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Senior Purchasing Manager - UK-Based Sports Manufacturer

Are you a dynamic and strategic purchasing professional looking for a brand-new challenge in a fast-growing, family-run business? Our client, a leading UK-based sports manufacturer, is seeking a Senior Purchasing Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their procurement function.

The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to build and lead a purchasing department from the ground up, taking ownership of processes, people, and strategy within a thriving, ambitious organisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Overhaul and consolidate the purchasing function to improve efficiency and performance.
2. Implement a new purchasing system, ensuring seamless integration with business operations.
3. Recruit, train, and onboard a new purchasing team, developing talent and fostering a high-performing culture.
4. Manage day-to-day operations within the department, ensuring smooth procurement processes.
5. Develop and strengthen supplier relationships to negotiate more competitive commercial terms.
6. Work closely with internal stakeholders to define and refine detailed product specifications.
7. Drive cost savings, efficiency improvements, and supply chain resilience through strategic procurement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

1. Proven experience in a senior purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role.
2. Strong background in system implementation and process improvement.
3. Experience in team management, recruitment, and staff development.
4. A commercially astute negotiator with a track record of securing favourable supplier terms.
5. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to develop detailed product specifications.
6. Industry experience within manufacturing, sports, or related sectors is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join?

1. A chance to build something from the ground up in a business that's going from strength to strength.
2. A family-run company with a dynamic, people-focused culture.
3. Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing business and its future success.

Location: UK-based
Salary: Competitive Benefits

If you're ready to lead, innovate, and transform, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of an exciting journey!