Purchasing Manager

Our client a leading manufacturer in East Sussex is currently looking to recruit a Purchasing Manager to head up their existing purchasing team.

The right individual will need to have previous experience of working in a senior management role and managing a team. It is essential to have previous purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment and purchasing experience in electronics or plastic injection moulding would be highly desirable although not essential.

Our client are ideally looking for someone whom is CIPS qualified to some extent or is qualified in a technical subject which could include a HNC or HND in manufacturing or Engineering, although not essential. An understanding of ERP or MRP11 systems would be highly desirable along with a strong understanding of IT Systems and various IT packages.

Key Responsibilities are:

•To oversee the management of material resource planning across both companies, using the provided software systems.
•Development and Management of the supplier base to meet production targets in order maximise efficiency.
•Develop and implement new Purchasing Strategies for the company.
•Demonstrating strong expediting and communication skills.
•Develop and implement of new Purchasing strategies for the company.
•Oversee the logistical control of parts requiring a sub-contract process.
•Manage the department and ensure all team members perform their duties to the required standard.

The ideal candidate must be analytical with strong communication skills and have the ability to work on own initiative with proven people management and leadership skills. You must be a competent expediter with the ability to remain composed under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.

Our client is offering a salary of £35,000, 23 days holiday and a contributory pension scheme.