Supply Chain Manager

3 weeks ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom H Squared Talent Full time
Position Overview: Purchasing Manager

Career Growth: This role offers significant opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours, with the option for a four-day work week.

Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare scheme and an annual bonus are included.

Are you eager to contribute to a manufacturing organization where your efforts can truly make a difference? This position provides excellent learning support, a clear path for progression, and a supportive yet challenging work environment. If this aligns with your career aspirations, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Our client is a prominent designer and manufacturer of innovative products that cater to expanding global markets. With a rich history and a strong brand presence, this role allows you to leave your mark and propel the business forward.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the supply chain, ensuring that materials are readily available to facilitate business expansion. Your duties will include:

  • Overseeing daily supply chain operations: identifying material requirements, negotiating pricing and delivery schedules, generating purchase orders, and confirming delivery timelines.
  • Formulating and executing sourcing strategies to bolster business growth.
  • Establishing best practices for inventory forecasting, procurement, and material management.
  • Fostering and maintaining supplier relationships to achieve quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
  • Assessing, monitoring, and reporting on supplier performance, addressing any issues as they arise.
  • Assisting with inventory management during stock audits and resolving any discrepancies.
Candidate Profile: Purchasing Manager
  • Demonstrated experience in supply chain or purchasing management within a manufacturing context, with knowledge of supplier development processes.
  • Strong skills in people development and change management.
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to challenge assumptions, attention to detail, and a results-oriented mindset.


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