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I am looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to join a reputable and thriving organisation. With over 200 employees they growing on a regular basis and are leader in the field

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• Work closely with theOperations Directorand the Senior Management Team in the development and implementation of the Purchasing strategy.

• Serve as the Purchasing point of contact to the Senior Management Team, Senior Managers and Line Managersto actively deliver for the businesses monthly / annual objectives.

• Maintain a strong business acumen and successfully influence cost savings

• To support and advise the business on process and best practice.

• Identify appropriate order levels, place orders, and monitor accuracy of reordered inventory shipments received.

• Lead, direct, motivate and manage appropriate purchasingteam activities to satisfy the business needs.

• Maintain accurate purchasing and stockrecords for cost and audit compliance.

• Successfully manage, maintain and foster strong business relationships and partnerships with sub-contract manufacturing partners.

• Develop strong supplier relationshipsboth in the UK and abroad.

• Negotiate contracts for services.

• Approve and liaise with the accounts department ensuring invoices are processed and paid in a timely manner.

• Provide appropriate input to the annual budgeting process.

• Play an active part in the new product development process.

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Key Qualities Required:

• CIPS Qualified. (Chartered Institute Procurement and Supply).

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Experience within a regulated environment.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• IT Literate.

• Confidential manner.

• Professional manner when dealing with suppliers and colleagues alike.

• Good attention to detail.

• Ability to manage various personal and team priorities at the same time.

• Ability to manage & deliver own workload.

• Ability to manage difficult and complex situations.

• Team player & ‘Can Do Attitude’.

• Have a “Hands On” approach.

• Experience managing international suppliers an advantage.