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Purchasing Manager
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: S75, Redbrook, Barnsley
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Purchasing Manager
Barnsley
Travis Talent are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturing client in Barnsley who are looking to appoint an experienced Purchasing Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business in a pivotal role, managing the purchasing function and leading a small team.
This position is office based and will involve occasional international travel.
The Role
As Purchasing Manager, you will:
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Lead, develop and support a team of two purchasing professionals.
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Manage a portfolio of global suppliers with a significant spend, ensuring quality, cost and delivery targets are consistently achieved.
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Negotiate robust, commercially secure contracts with new and existing suppliers.
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Develop and maintain a structured, stable and competitive supply base, driving continuous improvement and best practice.
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Support New Product Introduction projects through to implementation.
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Implement effective purchasing strategies, including cost-down initiatives and dual sourcing.
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Oversee supplier audits, performance reporting and development.
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Work closely with production, engineering, logistics and other departments to ensure seamless material supply.
About You
We’re looking for an experienced purchasing professional with:
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At least 5 years’ experience in a senior purchasing, supply chain or commodity management role.
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A background in engineering or manufacturing environments (experience with steel, welded fabrications or machined components highly desirable).
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Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with proven results in achieving cost savings and securing long-term partnerships.
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Excellent leadership ability, with experience managing and developing teams.
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Confidence working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with tight timescales.
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A willingness and ability to travel internationally when required.
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Ideally, membership of CIPS or equivalent professional qualification.
What’s on Offer
* Very competitive salary
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Office-based role with strong team interaction
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Opportunity to travel internationally
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Chance to make a real impact in shaping and developing the purchasing strategy for a growing manufacturing businessBefore You Apply
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