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Purchasing Manager

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Staffordshire

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

We are partnering with a well-established and growing UK manufacturer to recruit a Purchasing Manager. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to lead procurement across multiple product streams while playing a key role in the evolution of systems and processes. 
 
You will lead a small, capable team and take ownership of procurement strategy and day-to-day purchasing operations across three distinct manufacturing streams.
 
The Role 
Lead and develop a small purchasing team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment 
Own end-to-end procurement across multiple product categories and supply chains 
Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned to business growth 
Manage supplier relationships across UK and international markets 
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements 
Work closely with production and operations to support planning and delivery 
Play a key role in the implementation and optimisation of a new MRP system 
Improve current processes (currently Excel-led) to drive efficiency, visibility, and control 
Identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier optimisation, and continuous improvement

Candidate Profile 
Proven experience in a Purchasing / Procurement Manager role within manufacturing 
Experience working in environments transitioning from manual/Excel processes to ERP/MRP systems (highly desirable) 
Strong leadership capability with experience managing or mentoring a team 
Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on 
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills 
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment 
Experience with international sourcing is advantageous

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