Strategic Purchasing Manager - Industrial & Manufacturing

Michael Page; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) plan

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Peterborough to oversee procurement in an industrial and manufacturing setting, ensuring effective sourcing and strong supplier relationships to support production needs.

The role emphasizes cost savings, quality assurance, and on-time delivery, with responsibilities spanning strategy development, contract negotiation, vendor management, inventory planning, and reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering procurement strategies for industrial and manufacturing environments.
• Strong vendor management and contract negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with procurement software and systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to meet production needs.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Monitor inventory and plan purchases to minimize costs.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify improvements.
• Prepare procurement reports for senior management.

Skills

Procurement processes

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

ERP software

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Peterborough to oversee procurement in an industrial and manufacturing setting, ensuring effective sourcing and strong supplier relationships to support production needs.

The role emphasizes cost savings, quality assurance, and on-time delivery, with responsibilities spanning strategy development, contract negotiation, vendor management, inventory planning, and reporting to senior management.