OverviewWe are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Factory Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activities at a high-volume food packaging site. The role is responsible for securing a consistent and cost-effective supply of materials - from packaging films and trays to machine spares and raw inputs - ensuring smooth and efficient operations.Key ResponsibilitiesSupplier Management: Source, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Procurement Cycle: Oversee purchasing from order creation to timely delivery across packaging, labels, MRO parts, and raw materials.Cost Control: Drive savings initiatives, manage budgets, and maintain optimal stock levels in collaboration with sales, production, and warehouse teams.Quality Assurance: Work with quality teams to ensure procured goods comply with food safety and packaging standards.Reporting: Produce data-driven insights on supplier performance, costs, and procurement KPIs.Inventory Control: Partner with planning and warehouse functions to minimise stockouts and avoid overstocking.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as procurement lead across engineering, production, finance, and logistics to align operations.Market Benchmarking: Liaise with external procurement teams to compare and optimise raw material pricing.The Ideal Candidate5–7 years' progressive procurement/purchasing experience, with 2–3 years in management within a manufacturing/factory environment.Strong negotiation skills with a track record of managing supplier contracts and relationships.Experience procuring raw materials, technical spare parts, and packaging.Skilled in ERP/MRP systems and MS Office.Excellent organisational and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.Degree or equivalent qualification in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.