Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

Manpower are recruiting for an experience Purchasing Manager for an existing client who is based in Wickrford.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing purchasing strategies
• Managing daily purchasing activities
• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, time lines etc
• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records and related documentation
• Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs
• Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications
• Preparing cost estimates and managing budgets
• Working to improve purchasing system and processes
• Perform other related tasks as requested

Compliance:

• Work within the OH&S Policy guidelines
• Comply with SBZ's Environmental Policy at all times
• Follow all processes and procedures specific to your role
• Work to continuously improve the quality of service

Customer Service (Internal and External)

• Answer phones in a professional and courteous manner
• Maintain and develop working relationships with all employees
• Maintain and develop relationships between SBZ and third parties

Skills Required:

• Degree in business administration or a related field
• Experience as a purchasing manager or in a similar position
• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management
• Be a member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong critical thinking and negotiating skills
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently