Manager Purchasing
Core
Lead a team of buyers to manage procurement, negotiate contracts, and drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes for a global food processing and air transportation technology company.
Role type
Senior IC Purchasing Manager
Builds
Procurement strategies, supplier contracts, and efficient sourcing processes
Domain
Food processing and air transportation supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Team leadership and coaching, stakeholder management, contract negotiation, data analysis, process improvement, regulatory compliance knowledge, performance metrics management, supplier relationship management
Preferred skills
CIPS Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, technical discipline qualification (electrical or mechanical), experience with ERP transformation projects
Technologies
Microsoft BI, Tableau, SAP, ERP, CRM, Proseal UK business systems
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of three buyers; negotiate and manage contracts and agreements; streamline sourcing processes and administrative workflows; manage supplier scorecards and KPIs; conduct performance reviews and PDPs; ensure compliance with health and safety and regulatory guidelines; generate weekly and monthly business reports.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team management