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Purchasing Manager
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 43,000/Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Purchasing Manager
We are proud to partner with a multi-award-winning e-commerce company based in Leeds, supplying their products to B2B clients worldwide.
As a Purchasing Manager, you will play a crucial role in developing and optimising purchasing strategies, leading a team, and driving cost efficiencies. Reporting directly to the SLT, you will oversee a team of two buyers, ensuring the procurement process aligns with the company's growth ambitions.
Key Responsibilities:
Build and maintain strong relationships with UK and international suppliers.
Analyse spend and profit margins to secure cost-effective deals.
Manage daily purchasing activities, ensuring stock availability and profitability.
Forecast demand and mitigate risks to optimise procurement.
Track and report key purchasing metrics, driving improvements where necessary.
Ensure compliance with import/export regulations.
Lead stock management and optimisation initiatives.
Enhance purchasing systems and processes for greater efficiency.
Conduct weekly purchasing meetings to review KPIs and team performance.
Provide leadership and development for the purchasing team.
Maintain supplier performance standards and oversee contract negotiations.
What We're Looking For:
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a purchasing role.
Purchasing qualification (Degree, CIPS, or equivalent) desirable
Strong knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
Experience with Sage 200 software is desirable.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
Highly organised with a keen eye for detail.
Ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders and third parties.
Strong leadership capabilities with experience in team management.
About the Company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company with a strong global presence. You will be instrumental in shaping the purchasing strategy and leading a dedicated team, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. With excellent career development opportunities, competitive benefits, and a chance to contribute to an award-winning business, this role is perfect for an experienced purchasing professional looking to take the next step in their career.
Location: Leeds - Fully office based
Salary: £40,000 + bonus up to 20% of salary
Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Holidays: 23 days (increasing by 1 day per year up to 27 days)
Benefits: Pension (5% contribution), Private Healthcare, Bonus, Excellent opportunities for learning and development
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