Purchasing Manager

Blackpool Permanent View Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to enhance our Procurement capability. This role offers a great opportunity for a candidate to move into their first management role, mentored by a proven leadership that supports professional development.
  • Join a financially stable, well managed group
  • Support and drive the development of the Procurement function

About Our Client

Our client is a successful manufacturing / distribution business based in the Blackpool region. They pride themselves on a commitment to quality and excellence, achieved by supporting their employees development. They are a leader in their field, supplying local and international markets.

Job Description

As the Purchasing Manager you will:

  • Review the current supply chain and practices to identify further opportunities for improvement
  • Build strong relationships with raw materials, and subcontract manufacturing partners to ensure continuity of supply, quality, and continual investment in ESG benefits
  • With the support of suppliers, push the boundaries on the use of new materials with a lower carbon footprint
  • Monitor market trends and make recommendations for procurement activities.
  • Manage risk in the supply chain and ensure supply capacities are inline with business growth. This will include the sourcing of new suppliers
  • Support a better demand / forecast by educating and working with sales and operations teams

The Successful Applicant

A successful Purchasing Manager should have:

  • A track record in strategic procurement, evidencing the ability to review, identify, and negotiate with suppliers on a local and international level
  • Have a keen interest in professional development, and either want to step up into a management role or have current leadership experience
  • Motivated by the opportunity for continuous improvement, and ideally have a passion for the development of sustainable supply chains
  • Proven supporting manufacturing environments, and the management of a subcontract manufacturing partners
  • Understanding of the benefits of data driven decision, ensuring the integrity of systems (ERP)

What's on Offer

  • An attractive salary with a strong benefits package
  • Support on professional development (CIPS, leadership training, relevant degrees)
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company
  • A positive company culture that values its people and the surrounding community



Contact
Jonathan Weller
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6551225
Phone number
+44 161 829 0388

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Blackpool
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jonathan Weller
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0388
Job reference
JN-102024-6551225