Purchasing Manager
8 days ago
Harlow
Butler Ross are pleased to be recruiting for a Purchasing Manager to join an SME manufacturing organisation based in Harlow, Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to blend strategic elements of procurement, with a hands-on purchasing position, and management of a small, but dedicated purchasing team. Candidates will need to have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within a manufacturing environment, have some form of prior management / mentoring / leadership experience, and be happy on-site 5-days a week. The salary on offer for this position is up to the £55,000 mark, with Key Responsibilities Include: • Lead and develop the team to ensure efficient sourcing and purchasing operations, • Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to optimise cost, quality, and delivery performance, • Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, including pricing, terms, and service level agreements, • Analyse market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements, • Collaborate with cross-functional departments to align procurement activities with organisational goals, • Previous purchasing or procurement experience, with...