Job Details
Purchasing Manager
Sector:
Region : West Midlands
Location: Coventry
Salary: C£42,000
Job Ref.: 473260
Job Information
Purchasing ManagerA tremendous opportunity has arisen with one of our clients for a procurement specialist to join the Senior Management team and lead the culture change within the company.
They are a rapidly expanding business, famed for quality and they are seeking to appoint a decisive professional to modernise their purchasing function and start controlling costs.
Purpose of role
To provide support with all aspects of the procurement process across the UK business
To develop the Companys procurement policies and practices in line with best practices
To undertake purchasing of key services and materials : direct and in-direct
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Negotiate and regularly review product prices, generating increased profit margins where possible
Source and review new suppliers across the Far East and Eastern Europe
Source, investigate and report on the viability of proposed new products, including pricing and timeframes.
Develop and maintain on-going relationships with suppliers to ensure best possible service
Monitor supplier performance, reviewing and evaluating using a suitable vendor rating system
Implement continuous improvement within procurement
Maintain updated margins proposals for all products
THE PERSON
Experience in sourcing and buying products from worldwide suppliers (Far East and Eastern Europe)
Demonstrable success in cost savings and process improvements
Willingness to travel when required
Effective communication skills, verbal and written, dealing with suppliers globally
Ability to work to tight deadlines and meet targets
Sound IT skills, using Word and Excel
If you feel you possess the required skill set and attitude, then please forward your CV to me as a matter of urgency.