Your new company

An experienced Purchasing Manager with a strong background in regulated manufacturing environments, responsible for driving efficient, cost-effective procurement operations aligned to business objectives. Operates as a self-sufficient procurement lead, balancing commercial targets with operational requirements to ensure continuity of supply and sustainable supplier performance.

Demonstrates a proactive and hands-on approach, with the ability to manage a full purchasing function independently, while effectively engaging stakeholders across production, finance, and senior leadership.

Your new role

• Partnering with production teams to plan raw material requirements and maintain uninterrupted supply
• Managing end-to-end purchasing activity, including purchase orders, supplier coordination, and delivery tracking
• Processing and reconciling supplier invoices in line with delivery documentation
• Monitoring supplier pricing and reporting on cost fluctuations to senior management
• Managing returnable assets and ensuring timely recovery of supplier credits
• Developing and implementing purchasing strategies to drive value and cost efficiencies
• Maintaining optimal stock levels to support production continuity
• Identifying, sourcing, and onboarding new suppliers
• Leading contract negotiations and agreeing commercial terms
• Monitoring supplier performance and securing long-term supply agreements
• Managing purchasing budgets and approving spend in line with controls
• Analysing market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risk

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong communication skills, able to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Self-motivated and comfortable operating autonomously in a standalone role
• Proven decision-making capability, responding quickly to supply chain challenges
• Effective at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Skilled negotiator with a track record of securing competitive pricing and terms
• Strong commercial and analytical acumen, with the ability to assess costs, margins, and budgets
• Experienced in supplier relationship management, building long-term partnerships
• Familiarity with ERP systems

What you'll get in return

The opportunity to work in a well-respected, growing business, with an international reach

What you need to do now

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