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Purchasing Manager
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 36,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cramlington, Northumberland
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Purpose:
To lead and manage procurement activities for a mechanical engineering business delivering complex, project-based work. The role will ensure the cost-effective, timely and quality-focused supply of mechanical components, materials and subcontract services, while developing the skills and capability of a Buyer within the team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and deliver procurement strategies that support mechanical and electrical engineering projects from concept to completion.
* Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers for mechanical components, raw materials, subcontract fabrication, and specialist engineering services.
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability, quality and competitiveness.
* Monitor and manage supplier performance, ensuring compliance with specifications, delivery schedules and quality standards.
* Collaborate closely with project managers, design engineers and production teams to align procurement activities with project timelines and technical requirements.
* Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities, value engineering solutions and supplier development initiatives.
* Manage procurement and the goods in team.
* Support effective inventory management for mechanical parts and assemblies, optimising stock levels while mitigating risks.
* Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations and relevant regulations.
* Provide leadership, mentoring and day-to-day support to the Buyer in the team, promoting their professional growth and development.
* Proactively contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools and supplier networks.
Person Specification:
Essential:
* Proven experience in a Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer or equivalent role within mechanical engineering, manufacturing or fabrication.
* Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical components, machining processes, fabrication, paint and related supply chains.
* Strong negotiation, commercial and contract management skills.
* Experience working within project-based environments with multi-disciplinary teams.
* Demonstrated ability to develop and support junior procurement staff.
* Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
* Experience leading a team.
Desirable:
* Degree qualified
* CIPS qualification or working towards.
* Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
* Knowledge of quality standards and compliance requirements in mechanical engineering.
Key Competencies:
* Commercial Acumen
* Negotiation & Influence
* Supplier Relationship Management
* Leadership & People Development
* Planning & Prioritisation
* Attention to Detail
* Initiative & Continuous ImprovementBefore You Apply
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