Purchasing Manager

Ramsgate
Permanent – Mon-Fri

Are you an accomplished Purchasing Manager who has worked with a busy manufacturing organisation?

Do you have end-to-end Supply Chain experience?

Would you like to work for an established, brand leading organisation?

Are you happy to manage a small team?

If so, this role could be just right for you!

We are working with an international, brand leading manufacturer who is looking for an experienced Purchasing Managerto join their organisation.

By joining this dynamic team, you will play a crucial role in the strategic management and development of stock availability which will enhance the organisation’s day-to-day operations and growth.

To give you a flavour of the role, we’ve listed below some of the responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager.

  • Strategic development of supply chain network and review agreements.
  • Manage the Purchasing and Demand Planning team.
  • Develop SOP’s.
  • Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery and supply of purchases.
  • Develop existing forecasting systems.
  • Manage inventory levels against agreed targets.
  • Liaise with manufacturing teams to agree supply priorities.

Below are some of the Skills, Qualifications and Experience required for the Purchasing Manager.

  • Relevant procurement / supply chain qualification.
  • A proven track record in a similar role.
  • Strong leadership abilities,
  • Previous import and logistics experience are desirable.
  • Forecasting acumen.
  • Negotiation skills.
  • Coach, mentor and team development
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • SAP experience desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

To find out more about this interesting job opportunity please call Jane on 01304 200329

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency

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