Location
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Our client is the UK's leading manufacturer and supplier of recyclable packaging products. They are part of a wider group who are a world leader in this field with sites based across Europe. As a business they strive to exceed the customer's expectations when it comes to quality, value and service.
Due to growth and success of the business, they are now seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join their diverse friendly and professional team in Scunthorpe assisting them in their mission of preserving food and the planet by offering high quality, eco-friendly products to their customers.
This role will be based at the UK Head Offices in Scunthorpe and is an excellent opportunity for a person who has previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
THE ROLE:
Your job as Purchasing Manager will be too:
Develop a purchasing strategy for all areas of the Company.
Review purchase orders for most cost effective & efficient supply.
Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers.
Builds and maintains relationships with suppliers.
Selects prospective suppliers and negotiates contracts.
Evaluates suppliers based on quality, timeliness, and price.
Schedules deliveries and ensures timely fulfilment of orders.
Researches and evaluates suppliers to compare pricing, quality and service offerings.
Ensures quality of procured items and addresses problems when they arise.
Stays current with purchasing technology trends and oversees purchase and implementation, as necessary.
This is a full-time position, and your working hours are either Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm or 9.00am to 5.00pm depending on which is preferred.
THE CANDIDATE:
Degree level qualifications or equivalent.
Experience as a purchasing manager.
Experience using procurement software and databases.
Engineering based background.
Experience of installing and maintaining production lines.
Project management experience.
Working with all areas of the business.
Sourcing products worldwide.
Good management skills.
Flexibility in approach and a willingness to help
THE BENEFITS:
NEST pension scheme auto enrolment
Private healthcare plan
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Cycle to work scheme
THE CONSULTANCY:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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