Procurement Manager

A market-leading business require a Procurement Manager to lead all procurement activities both strategic and operational for the business. Applicants need previous experience in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing and be familiar with the raw materials and ingredients used in these industries. The Procurement Manager will report into Operations, and have full ownership of procurement department strategies encompassing; supplier management/selection, contract negotiations, supporting NPD and driving the achievement of OTIF. The role also has a small team management element. Specific duties of the Procurement Manager include:Supplier landscaping activities particularly in regards to packaging and chemical/pharmaceutical raw materials and ingredientsSourcing of suppliers, and negotiation of LTAs with new and existing supply chain partnersEnsure suppliers achieve OTIF KPIsManagement and mentoring of procurement teamSupport NPD activities from a procurement stand-pointCross-functional collaboration Procurement Manager applicants should meet the following criteria:Procurement, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing or Supply Chain Management experienceKnowledge of chemical, pharmaceutical raw materials/ingredients, and packaging supplier landscapesStrategic procurement skills - sourcing, negotiations, supplier relationship and contract managementExperienced in MRP/ERP systems and how to optimise themAbility to mentor and manage a small team of ..... full job details .....