Walker Cole International is searching for a Buyer to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing business in the East of England.
Your responsibilities as a Procurement Manager will be:
* Planning & Inventory Management: Ensure a robust raw material supply chain with optimal stock levels, maintain ERP data, and support quality issue resolution.
* Purchasing & Supplier Management: Procure raw materials based on MRP, negotiate pricing and terms, manage supplier relationships, assess risks, and support supplier audits.
* Process Improvement & Compliance: Drive continuous improvement in raw material supply, assist with regulatory documentation, and support procurement strategy.
* Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with NPD, QA, and manufacturing teams, manage supplier performance data, facilitate stock transfers, and approve invoices.
To be a successful candidate for the Procurement Manager you will have:
* BSc/MSc in relevant subject (Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science).
* Proven experience in Procurement.
* Industry experience in Pharmaceuticals or Medical Devices.
* Use of ERP based purchasing systems