Purchase Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Supply Chain Manager
Up to 45,000 per annum (depending on experience) + bonus
Corsham, Wiltshire
Permanent

Are you a dynamic and experienced supply chain professional seeking a pivotal role within a well-established and growing organisation? If so, then this could be the opportunity YOU have been looking for!

Working in partnership with my client, we are looking for a highly motivated Supply Chain Manager to lead their order processing and purchasing teams, ensuring seamless operations and driving continuous improvement. They are a successful and reputable company with over a decade of experience in their sector, serving a global customer base. Efficient sourcing and a robust supply chain are at the heart of their business model.

As the Supply Chain Manager, you will be instrumental in optimising our end-to-end supply chain. You will lead and mentor two key teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Your focus will be on achieving operational excellence, cost-effectiveness, and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the order processing team to ensure timely and accurate order fulfilment, optimise logistics, and maintain excellent customer relationships.
• Lead the purchasing team in the strategic procurement of high-quality materials at competitive prices
• Building strong supplier partnerships and managing inventory effectively.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across both order processing and purchasing functions.
• Recruit, manage, mentor, and develop the order processing and purchasing teams.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping on their ERP system.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets.
• Collaborate with the QC manager to evaluate supplier performance.
• Stay informed on relevant UK and international trade regulations.
• Develop and present performance reports using key metrics and KPIs.

Person Specification:

• Degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a relevant scientific field (preferred but not essential).
• 2-3 years' experience in a similar supply chain management role, ideally within the chemical supplies industry.
• Experience using ERP or similar systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits;

• Permanent, full-time contract (35 hours per week).
• Company pension scheme.
• Health cashback scheme & EAP (subject to successful probation).
• Employee annual bonus scheme.
• Generous holiday allowance (24 days, increasing with service).
• Comfortable break room with refreshments.
• On-site parking.
• Outdoor break areas.
• The opportunity to join a friendly and dynamic team.

Successful candidates will be contacted within 7 working days of their applications. Should you not hear from us within this time, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.