Purchasing Team Leader

Purchasing Team Leader - Our client our a rapidly growing company based near Rotherham and Sheffield - Salary £31,000 - £33,000 with outstanding company benefits!!

Monday - Friday 08.30am - 5.30pm - 100% office based.

Position Summary: As a Purchasing Team Leader you will be responsible for managing the purchasing team across multiple UK brands to ensure the efficient and cost effective acquisition of products and services. You will oversee all aspects of the purchasing process, including supplier management, strategic planning, and process improvement.

• Lead and manage the purchasing team, providing guidance, support and mentoring to ensure high performance and professional development.

• Support in the Development and implementation of purchasing plans and initiatives to optimize procurement operations, including cost saving opportunities, supplier evaluation and contract negotiation.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on established criteria, monitor supplier performance to identify potential risk, opportunities, and best practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers through regular supplier review meetings.
• Ensure that Service Level Agreements are in place, monitored and adhered to by all suppliers.
• Continuously review and improve purchasing processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Stay updated on relevant regulations, compliance, and industry standards to ensure procurement activities are in line with legal and ethical guidelines.
• Working closely with the Customer Care Team Leader and Commercial leads, assist in implementing cost analysis across multiple platforms, ensuring accurate and timely updates to product prices and promotions.
• Take an active role in the development of the ERP system (SAP ByDesign) gaining a thorough understanding of all aspects relating to the procurement functions and processes.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including finance, operations, and quality assurance teams to align procurement activities with business goals and objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, encouraging teamwork, open communication and knowledge sharing among team members.

Skills and experience required:

Previous Team Leader/Supervisory experience within Purchasing.

A very strong communicator at all levels.

Strong IT skills.

Able to work well under pressure.

Excellent people skills and able to motivate a team.

Ideally have SAP experience but not essential.

If you are looking for a new challenge and want to work for a company that offer genuine career development opportunities then please apply now?