Purchasing Director

4 weeks ago

Carnforth, Lancashire, United Kingdom Axon Moore Group Ltd Full time
Job Title: Head of UK Purchasing

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of UK Purchasing to join our team at Axon Moore Group Ltd. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing purchasing activities across the UK, ensuring optimum stock levels, product compliance with global legislation, and responsible sourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide leadership and direction to Purchasing teams across the UK and globally
* Share best practices globally and ensure regular progress updates to the Global Managing Director
* Lead monthly reporting to the Executive Management Team and coordinate annual business planning and budgeting for Purchasing
* Establish clear goals and expectations to manage employee performance
* Identify and manage key operating risks effectively

Purchasing Responsibilities:

* Oversee UK purchasing activities to meet customer demands and provide operational guidance to international purchasing functions
* Maintain and develop supplier relationships through various interactions and ensure continuous product quality improvement
* Negotiate pricing and quality and develop new supplier relationships
* Manage the Supplier Rebate Scheme and ensure adequate stock levels to support sales teams

Technical Responsibilities:

* Oversee the global system for addressing customer issues and collaborate with factories to resolve product issues
* Work with Sales teams to ensure technical knowledge supports the sales process and develop technical resources in line with brand guidelines

Compliance Responsibilities:

* Conduct risk assessments, manage import documentation, and ensure products meet regional compliance levels

Requirements:

* Strong leadership and management skills with a track record of success
* Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
* Experience in global purchasing and compliance is essential
* Proven ability to use time responsibly and control company spend

What We Offer:

* A dynamic working environment with a Monday to Friday working pattern
* Opportunities for career growth and development

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your CV for consideration.

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