Purchasing Manager

• Annual Salary: £50-65k per annum
• Location: Wandsworth, London, UK
• Job Type: Office based 
• Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm (or 30 minutes earlier or later start)

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Purchasing Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing supplier relationships, managing contracts, and focusing on pricing strategies and cost reduction. This role requires strong negotiation skills, excellent leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of supply chain management.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage direct purchases from our global network of suppliers and partners.
• Lead and manage a small team of purchasing professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement and supplier management.
• Collaborate with the Operations Director and Head of Supply Chain to align purchasing activities with overall business objectives.
• Utilise tools such as QBR and Scorecards to maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and competitive pricing.
• Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Evaluate supplier bids and proposals to determine the most advantageous pricing and terms.
• Work closely with production, planning, logistics, sourcing, and finance teams to ensure alignment and effective communication.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier relationships and pricing strategies.
• Utilise procurement software and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy in purchasing processes.
• Prepare and present regular reports on purchasing performance, pricing trends, and KPIs to senior management.
• Continuously improve purchasing processes and methodologies to drive operational excellence.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of proven experience in purchasing and supplier management, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field; OR relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIPS part/complete qualified, APICS).
• Experience with global supply chains.
• Proven negotiation and contract management abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP, procurement software, and tools (e.g., SAP, Excel).

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Sick pay
• Casual dress
• Private medical insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company events
• Benefit Hub
• Breakfast Club
• Company Social Clubs