Cranleigh STEM is working exclusively with a leading chemical brand that is recruiting a Purchasing Manager to join its Dorset-based team on a permanent basis. This is a vital role as part of the Senior Operations team, where you will take sole responsibility for all purchasing activity across the business.
The ideal candidate will have a diverse background as a procurement leader/manager, driving strategic initiatives and optimising processes. You will have expert-level knowledge in supplier management and excellent communication skills - with the ability to engage/inspire internal and external stakeholders.
Purchasing Manager responsibilities
Team Development and Leadership:
- Assess the procurement needs of the business and lead the team accordingly to ensure the correct resources are in place to support the business growth strategy.
- Lead and mentor to deliver a collaborative and high-performing team.
Drive Performance Excellence
- Introduce KPI measures that track procurement performance.
New Product Initiatives and Development:
- Provide procurement expertise in supporting the product design and development team to bring new initiatives to market in a cost-effective, quality and timely manner. Innovation and new product development are key elements of the business's growth strategy.
Supplier Sourcing
- Develop and implement a global sourcing strategy aligned to the business growth plans, focused on cost-effectiveness and supply chain efficiency.
- Develop and implement plans that mitigate the risk of single-source supply.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work cross functionally to provide procurement support to meet the business needs in areas such as technical compliance, product costing and physical distribution.
Purchasing Manager responsibilities
- A proven procurement leader with a passion for driving strategic initiatives and optimizing processes.
- An expert in supplier management and strategic sourcing of a diverse range of raw materials, components, finished goods and contracted services on a global basis.
- An individual who is adaptable and flexible to support a varied range of direct and indirect procurement activities.
- An energetic communicator who can engage and inspire internal and external stakeholders.
- A proactive problem-solver who thrives on continuous improvement and innovation.
- A mentor who can develop and lead a team to deliver outstanding results.
- An individual with honed system and analytical skills.
What we can offer
- Competitive Salary
- 33 days holiday, inclusive of UK bank holidays (increase with Service)
- Early finish on a Fridays
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Pension contributions
- Long Service Rewards
- Brilliant social events