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Purchasing Manager
Purchasing Manager
Purchasing Manager
Posted a month ago
- Bournemouth, Dorset
- Any
- External
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
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