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Procurement & Supply Chain

Purchasing Manager

Confidential salary
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Permanent
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job ID: 8416
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George Weemes

Associate Director

Job Description

Our client is an international business known for providing innovative, high-quality solutions within a specialised manufacturing sector. EMEA Recruitment is assisting the company in its search for a Strategic Purchasing Manager.

Our client operates in a highly technical industry, working closely with various markets, including Automotive, Transportation, Electronics and Construction.

As the Purchasing Manager, you'll lead all procurement activities, particularly for raw chemical materials. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and the R&D team to drive cost-saving initiatives and ensure a sustainable supply chain.

Key Responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager:
  • Develop and execute procurement strategies to secure cost-effective supply chains
  • Lead contract and price negotiations for medium to large-volume purchases
  • Build and manage supplier relationships to ensure a reliable and innovative supply chain
  • Oversee the introduction of alternative suppliers to optimise costs, lead times, and inventory levels
  • Support the sample approval process with cross-functional teams (Production, R&D, Sales)
  • Monitor global supplier markets to identify new trends and potential suppliers
The Strategic Purchasing Manager will have the following qualifications/ experience
  • A degree in Chemistry or a related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in strategic purchasing, preferably within the chemicals sector
  • Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
  • Proven ability to optimise procurement processes and drive cost savings
  • Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
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