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Group Purchasing Manager

Recruiter: Hays Recruitment
Location: Loughborough
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Application date: 4th Oct 2019

Your new company

My client is a manufacturing and supply business with close links to the construction industry. Based in Loughborough the are easily commutable from around the East Midlands with ample free parking.

Your new role

The role will involve overseeing the purchasing function to procure products, materials and service to ensure supply requirements and on-time deliveries are met.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the purchasing function – 3 FTE
Dealing with high profile suppliers
Manage supplier performance
Problem-solving
Implement procurement strategies.

What you’ll need to succeed

The successful candidate will be a ‘hands on’ purchasing manager who enjoys all aspects of purchasing from supply chain management to planning, and the development of a team.

Previous senior level purchasing management/negotiation and supplier management
Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with all levels.
The ability to provide strong leadership.
Strong negotiating skills.
The ability to prioritise to meet tight deadlines.
Good problem solving skills.
A team working ethos
Good analytical skills.
Attention to detail.

What you’ll get in return

This role offers a strong compensation package alongside generous holidays and an early finish on Fridays.

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