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Join to apply for thePurchasing Managerrole atLord Search & Selection 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for thePurchasing Managerrole atLord Search & Selection Lord Search & Selection provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Lord Search & Selection. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay rangeThe Role As a Purchasing Manager, you will lead a dynamic procurement function that ensures the reliable, cost-effective, and JIT supply of materials and components to support operations. Your key responsibilities will include: To lead the evolution of their JIT + Procurement strategy to support the Manufacturing, Production, Operations and Service functions. To champion supplier innovation at a strategic level for cost savings, product enhancement and competitive differentiation. To provide "hands-on" leadership to the purchasing team, ensuring on-time availability of parts, maintaining inventory and cost controls, while ensuring supply aligns with both external and internal customer requirements. To collaborate with suppliers on process improvements and support the procurement strategy through data-driven procurement, sustainable sourcing and pro-active supply chain risk management. The Candidate Ideally with a Degree in Supply Chain or Engineering, you will be an experienced Purchasing Manager with solid MRP experience and previous strategic buying experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing environment. Your CV and experienceMUSTalso demonstrate your capability and achievements in: Strong team management skills, with a track record of leading, managing and mentoring a procurement function. Working in close partnership with the Engineering and Manufacturing teams to identify cost-out opportunities. Reviewing the current supply chain against quality, cost, delivery metrics, and actively managing supplier performance through quarterly reviews and development plans. Supporting NPD (New Product Development) by ensuring timely sourcing of raw materials and components. The Company Backed by the resources of a multi-million turnover parent, our client is a leading developer and supplier of equipment, together with sustainable materials for a prestigious portfolio of global Blue-Chip companies and instantly recognisable food brands. A reputation built on continued investment in New Product Development, product quality and providing the highest levels of customer service. They enjoy market leading status with their products and systems now installed in more than forty-five countries worldwide. How to Apply This is a high profile, challenging role offering you the opportunity to join a highly profitable and cash rich organisation that will grow significantly. If you are driven by job satisfaction in a results-oriented company, thrive on autonomy, and wish to make a positive contribution to the future success and direction of a business, please apply attaching your full CV, and quote your current remuneration details, together withreference no 10032. Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Management and Purchasing Industries Automation Machinery Manufacturing, Machinery Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Lord Search & Selection by 2x Get notified about new Purchasing Manager jobs inNorwich, England, United Kingdom . Norfolk, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Norwich, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Norwich, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Norwich, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Norwich, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr