Purchasing Director

Role Overview

The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive purchasing experience, over 10 years of management experience, and an electronics background.

Main Responsibilities:

• Negotiate and coordinate the timely and cost-effective supply of all materials, sub-assemblies, and support services to meet operational requirements.
• Promote and maintain close liaison with Planning, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Engineering disciplines to maximize procurement performance.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure cost savings while upholding quality and reliability standards.
• Oversee a supplier portfolio, optimizing the flow of products from various sources to meet operational demands.
• Establish, monitor, and own departmental KPIs to measure performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities, including sourcing, evaluating, and selecting suppliers based on quality, price, reliability, and delivery speed.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance purchasing processes and overall performance.
• Develop and execute effective purchasing strategies for materials, supplies, and services to align with business objectives.
• Manage supplier performance through evaluation and relationship building, ensuring reliability and quality while supporting strategic departmental goals.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Store teams to ensure materials are available promptly to meet operational demands.
• Monitor and forecast demand levels to maintain a continuous supply of materials while minimizing excess inventory.

Requirements:

• Holds an engineering qualification ideally in an electronics field.
• Over 10 years of experience managing a team.
• Hold CIPS Level 6.
• Highly proficient in using ERP and MRP tools.
• Knowledge of electronic components.
• Demonstrated ability to secure favorable terms with suppliers.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of modern procurement practices.
• Solid understanding of logistics and supply chain.

Salary: The salary for this position is £55,000–£60,000 per annum for candidates who meet all key qualifications and competencies.