Purchasing Manager

Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Contract Details: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum

About Our Client:

Our client is a well-established engineering organisation with multiple sites across the Southwest. They are known for their expertise in the field, and their commitment to delivering high-quality products and services. As a Purchasing Manager, you will have the opportunity to contribute to their continued success and be an integral part of their team.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive salary


• 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays


• Private medical package


• Contributory Pension Scheme


• Holiday Buy Back Scheme (of up to 5 days)


• Opportunities for learning and development


• Positive work environment


• Pleasant and collaborative team atmosphere

Responsibilities:

As the Purchasing Manager, you will have overall responsibility for purchasing and buying goods for stock or resale for the organisation. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing the organisation's purchasing strategy


• Reviewing stock profiles and introducing new or improved methods of inventory control


• Monitoring and forecasting inventory trends


• Liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments, and customers


• Networking with the supply chain to maximise pricing strategies and agreements


• Ensuring on-time delivery from suppliers and monitoring supply chain performance


• Managing inventory, including storage, locations, transactions, and bills of materials


• Implementing and maintaining a perpetual stock take programme


• Completing transactions in accordance with procedures


• Maintaining agreed inventory levels and recommending adjustments

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• CIPS qualification or a demonstration of experience within the procurement field


• Ideally, a background in engineering with a service and manufacturing profile


• Ability to inspire confidence in customers and suppliers


• Commercial ability to maximise financial returns


• High level of competency in the use of IT systems


• Understanding of stock management systems and financial controls

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

In addition to the essential requirements, the following qualifications and experience would be beneficial:

• Experience working in a similar purchasing role


• Knowledge of engineering components and their supply chains


• Familiarity with procurement software and systems

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and skilled Purchasing Manager looking for a new challenge with an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you. Please apply online or send your CV to taunton@office-angels.com. If you would like to speak about the opportunity prior to application then please contact the team on 01823 285440.

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