Purchasing Manager (Manufacturing)
£50,000 - £60,000 + Performance Related Bonus + Pension + 4 day Working Week (Fridays off)
Wigan
Are you a Purchasing Manager from a Manufacturing background looking for full autonomy to take the reins and steer a £25 million procurement budget for a long-standing manufacturing industry leader offering a 4-day week?
An exciting opportunity to be a Key decision maker and oversee critical operations within an industry leader in Engineering and Manufacturing.
As the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for managing a significant procurement budget and stocks while overseeing supply chain management, purchasing, and stock control processes. This is a key role within the management team, contributing to company-wide strategies and decisions.
The Role:
* Manage procurement activities with an annual budget of £25 million and stock values between £3-4 million.
* Lead and develop a team focused on buying, purchasing, and stock control.
* Drive cost savings and efficiencies through strategic supplier contract negotiations and improvements.
* Implement and oversee a fully functional live-stock system and integrated warehouse.
* Play an active role in new product development initiatives from a supply management perspective.
The Person:
* Substantial experience in Purchasing within Manufacturing
* Strong Management and project management skills, with a solid understanding of MRP & ...