At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global purchasing, negotiate with suppliers, and drive sustainability initiatives.
- Company: Established global manufacturer in Northamptonshire with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to work globally and influence change.
- Why this job: Be a key player in transforming purchasing strategies and promoting sustainability.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 48000 - 50000 £ per year.
Global Purchasing Lead Global Manufacturer Northamptonshire 48- 50,000 We re working with a well-established, global manufacturing business in Northamptonshire that s looking to bring in a Buyer to take control of what is currently a fragmented, inconsistent spend area and also be a Sustainability champion.
They need someone who can come in, centralise, challenge and actually use buying power properly across the group.
What you ll actually be doing Pulling together all group-wide consumables spend (packaging, factory items, stationery, marketing bits - the lot) Driving proper supplier negotiations - not just shaving pennies off, but creating structure and consistency Introducing a more centralised approach through systems and reporting (Dynamics 365 in place) Working with different sites globally to standardise what s being bought and how Managing stock levels so there s no overbuying, waste, or panic ordering Bringing a sustainability lens into the supply chain - recycled, reusable, lower-impact options Getting under the skin of logistics to reduce lead times and unnecessary cost Producing clear reporting on spend, savings, and market movement You ll also get involved in sourcing higher value items (IT, equipment etc.) and wider contract negotiation where needed.
What they need from you This isn t one for someone who wants a quiet life or just maintain what s there.
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