Purchasing Manager

1 month ago


Poole, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Purchasing Manager
Poole, Dorset | Full-time, Permanent | Hybrid Working

Role Purpose
To provide operational leadership to sourcing activities of the purchasing teams, implementing robust processes and working practice to secure the best terms, quality and timely delivery of sourced goods.

Main responsibilities

Manages sourcing operations, planning activities and setting objectives, aligning activities with business needs and market conditions.
Leads, guides and mentors purchasing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Manages supplier relationships, negotiations, and performance to secure the best terms, quality and timely delivery of sourced goods.
Maintains awareness of supplier opportunities, risks, vulnerabilities, and capabilities and ensures supply continuity.
Developing and maintaining supplier performance metrics, reporting, and taking necessary actions for underperforming suppliers.
Drives continuous improvement in sourcing processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensures compliance with company, legal and ethical standards.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of sourcing with business needs.
Analyses market trends and supplier data to inform sourcing decisions, policies and risk management.
Business Impact: Develops and leads the execution of sourcing plans and processes within a functional area to achieve short-term objectives, impacting sourcing performance and stakeholder satisfaction.
Knowledge and Experience: Possesses a breadth of knowledge in sourcing, applying expert knowledge to guide team members and improve operational performance.
Innovation and Change: Develops processes and guidelines and contributes to analytics methods, supporting operational efficiency.
Teamwork and Leadership: Leads a team and their activities, prioritizing workload and setting operational plans and objectives.
Communication and Networking: Networks internally and externally to identify sourcing specifications and market context.

Person Specification

Relevant Degree or CIPS Level 4 or above
Experienced purchasing/supply chain professional
Working background from manufacturing, engineering or production
Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, preferably SAP
Demonstrable experience of team leadership/management
Familiarity with ISO 9001
Further Information

Working hours are Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00
Hybrid working available - 3 days in office, 2 days remote
This role is reporting to the Supply Chain Director
Role requires team management of 6 members
Company Benefits

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Option to work, or to use holiday over Christmas period
Pension - employee 3%, employer 8%
Life Insurance - 4 x annual salary
Subsidised Private Medical Insurance cover
Income Protection
Employee Assistance Programme
Wish to apply?
Please send a copy of your up-to-date CV to Anna Curtis at Insignis Talent


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