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Cranleigh STEM is working exclusively with a leading chemical brand that is recruiting a Purchasing Manager to join its Dorset-based team on a permanent basis. This is a vital role as part of the Senior Operations team, where you will take sole responsibility for all purchasing activity across the business.


The ideal candidate will have a diverse background as a procurement leader/manager, driving strategic initiatives and optimising processes. You will have expert-level knowledge in supplier management and excellent communication skills – with the ability to engage/inspire internal and external stakeholders.


Purchasing Manager responsibilities

Team Development and Leadership:

  • Assess the procurement needs of the business and lead the team accordingly to ensure the correct resources are in place to support the business growth strategy.
  • Lead and mentor to deliver a collaborative and high-performing team.

Drive Performance Excellence

  • Introduce KPI measures that track procurement performance.

New Product Initiatives and Development:

  • Provide procurement expertise in supporting the product design and development team to bring new initiatives to market in a cost-effective, quality and timely manner. Innovation and new product development are key elements of the business’s growth strategy.

Supplier Sourcing

  • Develop and implement a global sourcing strategy aligned to the business growth plans, focused on cost-effectiveness and supply chain efficiency.
  • Develop and implement plans that mitigate the risk of single-source supply.

Cross Functional Collaboration

  • Work cross functionally to provide procurement support to meet the business needs in areas such as technical compliance, product costing and physical distribution.


Purchasing Manager responsibilities

  • A proven procurement leader with a passion for driving strategic initiatives and optimizing processes.
  • An expert in supplier management and strategic sourcing of a diverse range of raw materials, components, finished goods and contracted services on a global basis.
  • An individual who is adaptable and flexible to support a varied range of direct and indirect procurement activities.
  • An energetic communicator who can engage and inspire internal and external stakeholders.
  • A proactive problem-solver who thrives on continuous improvement and innovation.
  • A mentor who can develop and lead a team to deliver outstanding results.
  • An individual with honed system and analytical skills.


What we can offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • 33 days holiday, inclusive of UK bank holidays (increase with Service)
  • Early finish on a Fridays
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Pension contributions
  • Long Service Rewards
  • Brilliant social events