Do you have a background in Procurement or Purchasing? Have you held relationships with suppliers on a global scale? Juice is delighted to be recruiting for a Wiltshire based business in their search for a new Purchasing senior. This role will report in to a Purchasing Director. Initially this role will include day to day supervison of 1 x team member, however in time we expect the function and head count to increase. This role is within manufacturing industry within a secure and well-reputed company. DAY TO DAY: Assisting in improving and refining the purchasing model, making improvements and developing best practice throughout Raising and reviewing purchase orders Maintaining robust and accurate records and details of all good sourced and purchased through updating the CRM Negotiating with global suppliers from the Far East and China and working closely with Directors of the business to identify new suppliers where needed Collaborating with the Quality Control function, evaluating effectiveness of products based on timescale / cost Overseeing and co-ordinating the associated inward bound logistics for purchased materials with land / air freight couriers, informing other operational teams within business Ensuring effectiveness of suppliers through analysis and appraisals WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE: 1-2 years or more in a purchasing role and a keen desire to pursue a role A sound understanding of a ERP systems in general and an ability to learn new software quickly Previous experience of managing / supervising a small team AND FOR YOU: On site parking Light modern office space 24 days holiday plus annual leave On-site facilities to include staff rest areas