Role: Purchasing Manager
Location: Manchester
Salary: £60,000

Are you an experienced Purchasing Manager with a knack for building strong supplier relationships and keeping operations running smoothly? Join my manufacturing client’s team in Manchester and help them to drive efficiency and excellence.

As the Purchasing Manager, you’ll play a vital role in sourcing the materials and services needed to keep the production lines running smoothly.

Responsibilities include:
- Developing and managing relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-efficiency.
- Negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms to secure the best value for the company.
- Monitoring market trends to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
- Collaborating with production, finance, and other departments to align purchasing activities with business needs.
- Implementing and maintaining best practices to optimize the procurement process.
- Managing budgets and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience working as a purchasing manager, preferably 5+ years and in the manufacturing industry.

In return, benefits include:
- A competitive salary package.
- Comprehensive benefits, including pension contributions and bonus opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply for immediate consideration.