The Business
Our client is an industry leading manufacturer who have a rich history spanning 80+ years and who's technical products work closely with well-known FMCG customers. Following recent acquisition by a global manufacturing group the Chorley site is now entering an exciting new chapter including expansion of the site, investment in capital equipment and expanded product range to be manufactured out of Chorley.
The Role
Reporting into the General Manager and working closely with both production and commercial colleagues, you will be responsible for all Purchasing activities at the Chorley site across both direct and indirect spend to ensure Production demand is met in full. You will manage multiple suppler relationships in a commercial manner evaluating performance and opportunities for improvement, whilst monitoring and manging inventory and reorder levels. The role offers the successful candidate a great opportunity to make significant improvements on current Purchasing processes and performance at the Chorley operation.
What they're looking for
The successful candidate will have demonstrable career experience within Purchasing as a Buyer or similar developing level e.g. Planner, Purchasing Officer / Coordinator or Assistant Buyer. Experience within manufacturing is preferred although isn't must have if you have the core experience requirements of managing suppliers, cost / terms negotiation and having worked with MRP / ERP systems as part of your daily Purchasing duties. CIPS qualified, in full or part qualified, is beneficial but nit must have.
What's on offer
The role is a permanent position which offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), 4 and a half day working week and pension. The business will also support candidates currently studying CIPS or candidates wanting to start the qualification.
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Trostan Dene
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Chorley, Lancashire PR6, England
£30,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client is a leading manufacturer with over 80 years of history, now expanding following a recent acquisition.
- The Purchasing role involves managing supplier relationships and ensuring production demands are met at the Chorley site.
- Candidates should have experience as a Buyer or similar, with a preference for manufacturing experience, and must have skills in supplier management and negotiation.
- A competitive salary is offered along with 25 days of holiday, a 4.5-day working week, and pension benefits.
- The position is permanent and requires candidates to have demonstrable purchasing experience, ideally with a minimum of 3 years in a relevant role.
