Purchasing Manager

Reed Procurement and Supply Chain are currently working with a Global manufacturer based in Wolverhampton who are looking to recruit an Experienced Purchasing Manager, this client designs innovative products, and the business has a global footprint, coupled with exciting growth plans over the coming years.

This is a fast-paced role and no two days are the same, you will need to be able to adapt to business developments at short notice and be comfortable in a hands-on role.

Salary £40k, Fantastic company benefits, Bank holidays, pension plus more........

This is a full-time, permanent role and you will be onsite daily, the site is based near Wolverhampton City, centre a 5-minute drive.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategically manage material expenditure across multiple manufacturing sites, prioritising sustainable supplier relationships.
• Negotiate stock holding agreements and other strategies to ensure seamless material flow.
• Take ownership of the supply base across various regions, optimising through strategic sourcing.
• Plan meticulously to minimise inventory while maintaining sales orders on time in full (OTIF) at a minimum of 98%.
• Ensure stock availability for efficient inventory management, adhering to the principle of 'right parts, right place, right quantity, right time.'
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to enhance customer order fulfilment.
• Effectively communicate parts availability risks, exploring all resolution options and taking appropriate actions.
• Oversee expedited and deferral requirements across the team.
• Timely placement of purchase orders for system-driven manufacturing materials and requisitioned parts.
• Drive process improvements in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop suppliers to meet key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Manage vendor performance, including participation in supplier audits.
• Identify and negotiate with potential new suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Engage with stakeholders internally and externally at all levels.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Preferably MCIPS/ CIPS qualified or working towards it, however, if you have experience within a  Purchasing Managing role, within manufacturing, then please apply.
• Ability to work strategically, tactically, and operationally.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience managing a small team in manufacturing procurement or supply chain roles.
• Proven negotiation skills, contract management abilities, and adeptness at building relationships across all organizational levels.
• Commercial and financial acumen, coupled with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated global mindset, capable of navigating disciplines, industries, cultures, and scenarios.
• Effective presentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical and safety regulatory information.
• Commitment to collaborative leadership and cross-functional teamwork.
• Willingness to travel and collaborate within a global professional team.
• Clean UK driving license required.
• Alignment with our organisational culture emphasising action, accountability, and teamwork.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous situations.

Please click “APPLY”, if you are interested in this exciting role, or call Ruth Flukes on at Wolverhampton Reed Branch for more information.