Manager, Purchasing
Core
Leading the procurement function for a Horsham, UK manufacturing site to ensure uninterrupted supply of direct materials, indirect goods, services, and capital equipment while driving cost savings and supplier performance.
Role type
Manager, Procurement (Purchasing)
Builds
Direct materials, indirect goods/services, capital equipment, and strategic supplier partnerships for site operations.
Domain
Life sciences manufacturing / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> operational supply continuity and cost optimization
Required skills
Team leadership and development, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, ERP system proficiency, project management, process improvement, financial controls compliance, KPI monitoring, succession planning
Preferred skills
Master's degree in relevant field, APICS/CPSM certification, people management experience, program/project management experience, life sciences manufacturing knowledge, Microsoft Suite proficiency
Technologies
Oracle ERP, Microsoft Suite
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Buyers; ensure uninterrupted supply of materials and services; partner with global teams on sourcing strategies; manage local and global supplier relationships; support capital projects and operational initiatives; deliver cost savings and productivity goals; drive supplier performance and risk mitigation; ensure compliance with procurement policies; champion continuous improvement and digital transformation.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership
