Purchasing Manager
Hybrid, Working in the office 4 days a week, 1 day from home.
Colchester
Up to 50k
My client, based in Colchester, is seeking a dynamic and driven Purchasing Manager.
Job Responsibilities:
1. To develop and implement robust processes with internal and external suppliers to meet service levels and satisfactions.
2. Secure supplies of materials and services in line with business needs.
3. Manage the integration of new suppliers into the business.
4. Maintain the database of all current supplier contracts, pricing and service level agreements.
5. Improve working capital and manufacturing efficiencies.
6. Responsible for the tracking and actioning of slow moving and obsolete stock through SAP.
7. To ensure that KPI data is distributed in a timely manner.
8. To manage all stock levels in line with customer agreements and business and cash flow targets.
9. Work with all internal departments to achieve service and delivery performance targets.
10. Ensure excellent communication with all suppliers.
11. Using OE Tools, develop and execute performance improvement initiatives.
12. With the Supply Chain Manager, manage and develop a focused and professional supply chain team.
13. In conjunction with commercial team, to manage all customer liaison interface.
14. Supporting pr...