Purchasing Manager upto £55,000 Per AnnumFull time On-siteBased in BoltonMedlock Partners are proud to be partnering with a highly reputable distribution business based in Bolton to identify an experienced Purchasing Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business built on passion, skill, and creativity, that is focused on driving long-term sustainable growth.This role will report to the Purchasing Director and is crucial for enhancing supplier relationships, conduct research for improvements to supply chain reducing costs. A proven experience in developing and executing purchasing strategies is required as well as the ability to work with a range of stakeholders across a diverse business.Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the procurement and supply of raw materials and services within the Company.
- Setting, planning, organizing and executing the Purchasing strategy, incorporating best commercial practice
- Lead, manage and motivate the Purchasing Team whilst at the same time setting and monitoring individual targets. T
- Manage and oversee the Purchasing Team s management of suppliers, relationships, and service level agreements
- Work alongside the Finance Team to review and maintain all input costs within area of responsibility.
- Recommend to the Sales Team, the introduction of new factored products, presenting high margin opportunities for business growth and development within the retail outlets.
- Responsible for the negotiating, administrating and controlling purchasing contracts.
- Control supplier payment terms by negotiation and clear management.
- Responsible for make or buy policy analysis and presentation of clear recommendations to the Managing Director.
- Responsible for cost saving budgeting and targeting to monitor and prove drop-through.
- Responsible for stock and materials management via the ERP System
- Proven experience within a purchasing manager role
- Ability to develop and maintain strong supplier relationships
- Previous experience of managing a small team, identify areas for improvement and conducting necessary 1-2-1 training
- Previous experience of developing and executing purchasing strategies
- A background within engineering production
- A strong team player and communicates well at all levels
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