Your new company
A group of market-leading companies specialising in wholesale hardware in the UK & Ireland, are looking to recruit an experienced Purchasing Manager due to business growth.
Your new role
The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies across the group. The Purchasing Manager will track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness and craft negotiation strategies to secure optimal terms. The Purchasing Manager will forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power, perform cost and scenario analysis, and assess, manage and mitigate risks. You will seek and partner with suppliers and engage with stakeholders to ensure clear documentation of requirements.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential Requirements:
* Proven working experience in a purchasing department
* Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
* The proven ability to negotiate and network
* Working experience of vendor management software
* Solid judgement along with decision-making skills
Desirable Requirements:
* Third level qualification in relevant area
* Working understanding of import duty
* Full clean driving licence and be willing to travel to other divisional company premises
* People Management experience
* Excellent leadership qualities
What you'll get in return
* Salary offered between £48,000 - £56,000 per annum + annual bonus
* 32 days Annual Leave
* Employee Referral Scheme
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme
* Further career development & advancement opportunities
What you need to do now
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