Purchasing Manager

up to £47,500pa, 33 days leave, full-time M-F, hybrid working 2 days WFH per week, enhanced pension scheme

Due to continued success a UK head office of a global manufacturing company has an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Manager to join them. You will provide key procurement support to the Corby site:

Lead and develop the function for the site. Build and manage a high performing supplier base, negotiating contracts, pricing, and service levels. Oversee procurement of raw materials, components, and indirect goods to support production schedules. Analyse market trends, risks, and cost drivers to inform purchasing strategy. Implement and maintain procurement policies, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate closely with Operations, Production, Engineering, and Finance to ensure seamless supply chain performance. Drive cost reduction projects without compromising quality or delivery. Ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and sustainability standards.

We would expect the successful Purchasing Manager to be able to demonstrate a strong working knowledge of purchasing and procurement processes, be an excellent negotiator and communicator and have a strong business acumen, great analytical skills. You will be supported 1 to 1 to become familiar with the company processes and procedures. This would be an ideal role for you if you have worked within procurement management, purchasing specialist or a buyer position.

You will be joining the UK Head Office of a company that has been established for over 50 years with an enviable reputation in their manufacturing field. Working directly with the Operations Manager, this role offers variety on a daily basis. The organisation name is synonymous with delivering outstanding products and they are keen to recruit a Purchasing Manager who strives to offer the same.

33 days holiday per year Hybrid 2 days WFH Up to £47,500pa Enhanced pension Christmas holiday shut down Permanent Immediate start

Please contact Alicia to discuss this role in further or forward a copy of your up to date CV.

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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