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Purchasing Manager

Taunton Permanent £45,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
I am seeking a diligent and motivated Purchasing Manager to oversee our procurement and supply chain operations in the life science industry.The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of supply chain management, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and sustainability.
  • Purchasing Manager based in Taunton for a growing organisation
  • Great opportunity to lead cost savings and improvements

About Our Client

Our client is a medium-sized organisation operating in the life science industry. They have a noteworthy presence in the UK, especially in Taunton. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to quality, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth.

Job Description

The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for;

  • Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies.
  • Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
  • Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
  • Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation.
  • Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power.
  • Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking.
  • Assess, manage and mitigate risks.
  • Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Purchasing Manager should have:

  • Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in 'reading' the market.
  • Talent in negotiations and networking.
  • Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers.
  • Experience in collecting and analysing data.
  • Strong leadership capabilities.

What's on Offer

The Purchasing manager will recieve;

  • A competitive salary in the range of £45,000 - £50,000.
  • Generous holiday leave of 25 days plus bank holidays.
  • An opportunity to work in a vibrant and supportive team culture.
  • The chance to make a tangible impact in the life science industry.
  • Permanent role with stability and growth opportunities.



We welcome all qualified candidates to seize this exciting opportunity. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience to thrive as a Purchasing Manager in our organisation, we look forward to hearing from you.

Contact
Laura Frost
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6671283
Phone number
+44 117 906 5521

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Taunton
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Laura Frost
Consultant phone
+44 117 906 5521
Job reference
JN-022025-6671283