Purchasing ManagerSouth Yorkshire – OnsiteSalary- TBC/Negotiable Drive real improvement across supply chain operations while shaping the future of purchasing strategy in a growing engineering business.This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role where you’ll lead procurement activity, build supplier relationships, and ensure value is being delivered across all materials and subcontract processes.It’s a high-impact position, ideal for someone with purchasing experience in engineering who’s ready to lead a team, develop new systems and support ongoing operational success. Here’s how you’ll benefit:Lead strategic procurement – You’ll own and develop procurement strategy across the business, ensuring suppliers are delivering maximum value in terms of cost, service and quality.Cut waste and drive improvement – You’ll review existing supply chain processes, introduce KPIs, and lead cost-saving initiatives that streamline operations and reduce unnecessary spend.Build strong supplier relationships – You’ll be a key point of contact for existing and new suppliers, ensuring clear communication, effective contract management and long-term partnerships.Manage and develop a team – You’ll lead a small purchasing team, setting clear goals, providing coaching and supporting individual development.Enjoy a stable, supportive environment – With strong leadership support, great team culture and onsite working, you’ll be joining a company that invests in its people and values a job well done. What you’ll do:

Implement and manage company-wide purchasing strategy
Review supplier performance, negotiate contracts and improve procurement processes
Monitor market trends and forecast procurement needs
Lead the purchasing team and support individual growth and development
Drive cost reduction across all supplier activity
Ensure accurate tracking of purchasing data and introduce meaningful KPIs
Collaborate with internal departments to meet operational needs
Liaise with Accounts Payable to ensure timely and accurate payments

What you’ll bring:

Experience in purchasing/procurement within an engineering or manufacturing environment with the ability to understand engineering drawings.
Management experience – able to lead and develop a team
Proven ability to negotiate, manage contracts and build supplier relationships
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
Understanding of supply chain and procurement strategies
CIPS qualification / relevant degree or extensive practical experience
Strong IT skills, including Excel and purchasing systems

Sound like your next challenge?We’d love to tell you more. Whether you’re actively looking or just curious, get in touch for a confidential chat.To apply or find out more, contact us today.Keywords: Purchasing manager, buyer, CIPS, Supply chain, procurement, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Rotherham, Doncaster

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