Purchasing Manager
Are you an experienced Purchasing Manager with a strong mechanical engineering background and proven success sourcing from China?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a major international procurement strategy, managing a significant engineering spend while developing a world-class supplier network for a globally recognised manufacturer.
Working closely with the Global Purchasing Director and an established Supplier & Quality Development Engineer based in China, you'll play a pivotal role in expanding and strengthening the company's Chinese supply chain, ensuring quality, cost and delivery meet the highest standards.
What you'll be doing:
Developing and managing strategic supplier relationships across China.
Identifying and qualifying high-performing machine shops and raw material suppliers.
Leading commercial negotiations to reduce costs while maintaining exceptional quality.
Managing complex machined component procurement using your engineering knowledge.
Ensuring materials are delivered on time to support manufacturing operations in the UK and overseas.
Driving continuous improvement across cost, quality and supplier performance.
We're looking for someone who has:
Senior procurement experience within mechanical engineering or manufacturing.
Extensive sourcing and supplier management experience across China (experience in Europe and India is also highly desirable).
A solid understanding of machining, manufacturing processes and component costs.
Strong commercial negotiation skills with a collaborative, long-term approach.
The ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders at all levels.
What's on offer?
A highly competitive salary and benefits package.
The opportunity to influence a £50m engineering supply chain.
A key leadership position with genuine strategic impact.
Long-term career progression within a successful international engineering business.
If you're an ambitious procurement professional who enjoys building global supplier partnerships and delivering commercial results, we'd love to hear from you.
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Purchasing Manager in Knutsford employer: White Recruitment Limited
As a leading player in the wholesale sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our employees enjoy a competitive salary alongside generous benefits, including private medical insurance and ample annual leave, all while having the opportunity to make a significant impact on our product portfolio. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive culture, we empower our Range Managers to excel and grow within our organisation.
