Purchasing Manager
Location: Normanton - Hybrid Working
Salary: Up to £50,000
Role Overview:
Elevation Recruitment Group is seeking a skilled and dynamic Purchasing Manager to join our clients large buying division. Based in Normanton, this role involves working closely with colleagues across the business and externally with suppliers. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing products for sales tenders, managing private label products and supplier relationships, and driving commercial success through strategic procurement.
The Purchasing Manager will play a critical role in supporting the commercial team on bids and tenders, ensuring timely and accurate completion, while also meeting sustainable procurement objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source unique products for bids and tenders, ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
- Engage with suppliers to negotiate competitive pricing for tenders, supporting business success.
- Identify and develop long-term supplier partnerships for both existing and new products
- Negotiate the best prices, terms, and delivery schedules to support business tenders and contracts.
- Collaborate closely with the commercial team to ensure the best pricing is achieved, meeting tight deadlines for all tenders.
- Oversee the complete bid and tender process, including stock requirements, product setup, and team communication.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring continuous communication on progress and outcomes.
- Manage and develop a small procurement team, providing leadership and support.
Person Specification:
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior personnel and suppliers professionally.
- Ability to handle confidential business data with discretion.
- Proven experience in managing multiple bids and tenders simultaneously, including the creation of project plans.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Strong negotiation skills, with experience sourcing products from both local and overseas manufacturers.
- Experience in developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
- Ability to plan and execute the introduction of new products, including supplier transitions.
- Comprehensive understanding of the costs involved in sourcing decisions, including product, freight, duty, and stock handling.
- Strong numeracy skills and the ability to manipulate and present data effectively.
- Proficient in Excel and Word, with experience in project management.
- A full UK driving license.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
- Experience in sourcing and managing bids and tenders.
- Knowledge of the business supplies and services industry.
- CIPS qualification or similar procurement certifications.