Job Description
Purchasing Manager Needed for Manufacturing Environment
A leading organization is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead a team of three in a dynamic manufacturing setting. This role will be pivotal in driving enhanced supplier performance, on-time delivery, cost control, and inventory optimization.
Main Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the operational purchasing team (3 direct reports) to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and components.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships globally—supporting consistent supply, improved quality, and cost reductions.
• Monitor and drive department KPI's around on-time delivery, stock levels, supplier performance, and cost savings.
• Identify and deliver freight cost savings and stock reduction initiatives, including SMI programs with key vendors.
• Oversee purchase order creation and approvals, ensuring accuracy, policy compliance, and alignment with Approved Vendor List (AVL).
• Maintain and evolve procurement policies and procedures in line with ISO and company QMS standards.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and warehousing to support inventory accuracy and material availability.
• Implement lean practices in purchasing and supply chain workflows.
• Support accurate forecasting and long-term supplier planning, providing visibility across the business.
• Coach, mentor, and develop purchasing team members to build a high-performing procurement function.
Requirements
• A 3rd level qualification in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in purchasing and procurement leadership within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven track record of supplier management, cost reduction, and delivering against performance metrics.
• Excellent commercial and financial acumen, with experience negotiating international supplier agreements and logistics contracts.
• High competency level in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook etc).
We Offer
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management ability.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective communicator with cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-customer environment with changing priorities.
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