Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

£45,000-£50,000

Join an exciting team as a Purchasing Manager, where you'll directly impact cost-saving initiatives and streamline procurement processes. Yolk Recruitment is spearheading this campaign, seeking a dynamic individual for optimal sourcing and purchasing outcomes. If you are an experienced manager or you are looking to take the step up into management and the role sounds interesting to you, please get in touch!

Our client is a global leader in automotive components, committed to innovation and excellence. With a strong focus on sustainability and technological advancement, they're dedicated to shaping the future of the automotive industry. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, apply now and be part of our vibrant team!

This is what you'll be doing:

• Conduct thorough research to identify top-quality products and suppliers, focusing on value, delivery schedules, and quality.
• Manage tenders, assess bids, and provide recommendations based on both commercial and technical factors.
• Lead negotiations, execute contracts, and monitor supplier performance, ensuring compliance with agreements.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing suppliers, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Develop innovative strategies to achieve cost-saving and supplier performance targets, staying abreast of industry trends and regulations.
• Attend and lead meetings with stakeholders at both local and central levels, providing valuable insights and support.
• Offer escalation support to procurement colleagues to resolve supply issues efficiently.

And this is what you'll need:

• Experience in purchasing.
• Computer literate including excel.
• Experience in automotive would be advantageous.

And this is what you'll get:

• Competitive salary.
• Early finish Friday's.
• Career development opportunities.

If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Purchasing Manager role apply now by sending your CV or calling me directly on

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities