Strategic Procurement Leader for Automotive Supply Chain

1 week ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd Full time

Purchasing Manager – Automotive Tier 1

Job Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Purchasing Manager to lead our high-performing team and shape the future of our supply chain strategy.

As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing procurement operations, managing budgets, and driving cost reduction initiatives.

  • Develop and execute strategic procurement plans to meet business objectives.
  • Manage a high-performing team, setting direction and ensuring departmental objectives are met.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and ensure customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Procurement Strategy Development: Develop and implement forward-thinking procurement strategies to meet business needs.
  • Team Management: Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing purchasing team.
  • Budget Management: Manage budgets and performance metrics to drive cost reduction initiatives.
  • Process Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and enhance supplier performance.
Requirements:
  • Proven experience in managing a Purchasing Department, with a strong track record in people management and developing high-performing teams.
  • A deep understanding of automotive procurement or experience in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in Supplier Development and implementing Group Policies to ensure alignment across all company functions.
What We Offer:

Competitive salary (£65,000 - £75,000 per annum), car allowance, single healthcare, pension, and 25 days holiday. Join a global leader at the cutting edge of high-tech systems for the automotive industry, where innovation and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.



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