Purchasing Lead

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Purchasing Lead
£34,000 per annum
Monday - Friday
8.00 to 16.00
Permanent role
My long standing and award-winning client is seeking a Purchasing Lead to manage all purchasing activities, ensuring cost control, supplier performance, quality compliance, and material availability to support production and growth.
Candidate Profile:
5+ years’ experience in manufacturing purchasing (automotive/aerospace preferred)
Strong negotiation and commercial skills
MRP/ERP system experience essential
Data-driven, organised, and proactive
Confident working in a fast-paced SME environment
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Proficient in MS Office
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Procurement
Develop and deliver purchasing strategy aligned to business goals
Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives
Lead supplier negotiations (price, terms, agreements)
Benchmark raw material pricing (stainless, inconel, aluminium, consumables)
Support expansion into aerospace, defence, and regulated sectors
Operational Purchasing
Manage purchase orders in line with MRP requirements
Monitor supplier schedules and ensure on-time delivery (OTIF)
Expedite critical materials as needed
Maintain accurate system data (lead times, MOQ, pricing)
Supplier Management
Build and manage supplier relationships and performance
Conduct supplier reviews and support corrective actions
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Location:
Daventry
Salary:
£34,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing & Purchasing

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