At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead purchasing processes and optimise stock management for a family-owned business.
- Company: Join a well-established manufacturer with over 30 years in the industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, pension scheme, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape procurement strategies and make a real impact on supply chain efficiency.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in purchasing management and experience with MRP systems required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Our client is a family-owned business, trading for over 30 years, and is a leading manufacturer and distributor of windows and door hardware.
We are looking to recruit a commercially focused and highly organised Purchasing Manager with at least 5 years' experience in purchasing and MRP system implementation. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping purchasing processes, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring consistent stock availability. A major part of the role involves optimising the MRP system to improve forecasting, stock control, and supply chain efficiency.
This is a full-time position, working Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm based in Hinxton, Cambridgeshire.
Package:
- Company pension scheme
- Opportunity to earn two discretionary bonuses annually, based on company profit
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for 1 other member of staff
- Manage and optimise the company's procurement processes
- Develop and manage the company's MRP system to optimise stock management, forecasting and procurement planning
- Source and procure hardware products from UK and international suppliers
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier terms to drive best value
- Manage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring quality and delivery standards are maintained
- Collaborate with sales and finance teams to ensure alignment across departments
- Maintain accurate purchasing data, stock records, and reporting
- Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with contracts and agreements
- Identify and implement procurement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a Purchasing Management role
- Extensive experience running and managing an MRP system (previous experience using Sage/Sicon MRP systems would be a distinct advantage)
- Proven background in international purchasing
- Strong negotiation skills
- Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
- CIPS qualification (or working toward) would be advantageous
Locations
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