A reputable and growing company based in New Milton are looking for a permanent a Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager, offering a salary of up to £45,000. This role has been newly created in response to business expansion.

Ideal candidates will possess proven experience in purchasing and supply chain management within a manufacturing setting and demonstrate a strong desire to advance their career.

Role responsibilities of the Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager include:

• Oversee and manage the purchasing of all materials to ensure on-time, in-full delivery while optimising costs and inventory levels.
• Develop and execute long-term and short-term supply plans using MRP systems to enhance process efficiency and decision-making.
• Cultivate and maintain strong supplier relationships, including sourcing new suppliers, managing existing partnerships, and negotiating contracts to maximise value.
• Monitor, report, and analyse KPIs related to purchasing activities, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with business objectives.
• Lead, support, and develop the supply chain team through coaching, documentation, and implementation of standard procedures and systems.

Person Specification of the Buyer:

• Previous experience in supply chain management or purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in using ERP and MRP systems to enhance supply chain planning.
• Ability to develop relationships across key functions.
• Planning skills that support lean operations.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Salary

Up to £45k

This position requires full on-site presence

This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within supply chain or purchasing as a supply chain manager, procurement manager, procurement lead, supply chain lead, sourcing manager, supply chain operations manager, supply chain coordinator, supply chain planner or supply chain planning manager