Senior Purchasing Manager – Global Sourcing & Cost Leadership

White Label Recruitment Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering manufacturer is seeking a Purchasing Manager to manage a £10M+ supplier spend and drive procurement strategies. You will lead cost control, supplier negotiation, and foster team development. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of senior procurement experience, ideally in manufacturing/engineering, with a solid understanding of MRP systems. The role includes competitive benefits and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

5% employer pension contribution

Life insurance cover

Health scheme (family included)

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years in senior procurement or supply chain within manufacturing/engineering.
• Background in sourcing steel, fabrications, and machined components.
• Experience managing supplier audits, contracts, and cost-reduction programmes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a £10M+ supplier spend across critical engineering commodities.
• Lead negotiation of supplier agreements with focus on quality, delivery, and cost.
• Develop a global supply base with dual sourcing and contingency planning.

Skills

Senior procurement experience

Supplier negotiation skills

Cost-reduction strategies

Technical understanding

Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience in lean environments

Education

CIPS qualification or working towards

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

A global engineering manufacturer is seeking a Purchasing Manager to manage a £10M+ supplier spend and drive procurement strategies. You will lead cost control, supplier negotiation, and foster team development. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of senior procurement experience, ideally in manufacturing/engineering, with a solid understanding of MRP systems. The role includes competitive benefits and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.