Strategic Purchasing Manager - Heavy Engineering

Michael Page; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is partnering with a leading heavy engineering manufacturer in Rochdale to recruit a Purchasing Manager who will own strategic and operational procurement across the site, ensuring cost-effective, resilient supply of engineered components, raw materials and services.

The role leads supplier negotiations, CapEx support, lean procurement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, QA, Operations and Finance, while ensuring UK compliance and developing the site

Qualifications

• Heavy industry procurement experience is required.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience managing international supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Formulate procurement strategy aligned with site metrics and commercial objectives.
• Oversee site purchasing budget and working capital.
• Manage CapEx projects with engineering teams.
• Lead ITT/RFP processes for high-value contracts.
• Negotiate terms, SLAs, and pricing structures.
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations and governance.
• Develop purchasing team through mentorship and training.
• Collaborate with Engineering, QA, Operations and Finance.
• Support HSE compliance across the supply base.

Skills

Global sourcing

Contract negotiations

Team leadership

Data analytics

Supplier KPI tracking

Education

MCIPS / CIPS certification

Engineering degree or HNC/HND

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Michael Page is partnering with a leading heavy engineering manufacturer in Rochdale to recruit a Purchasing Manager who will own strategic and operational procurement across the site, ensuring cost-effective, resilient supply of engineered components, raw materials and services.

The role leads supplier negotiations, CapEx support, lean procurement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, QA, Operations and Finance, while ensuring UK compliance and developing the site