Purchasing Manager

Exciting Opportunity: Permanent Purchasing Manager Role in FMCG Company - Based in New Haven - Salary up to -40,000

Seeking a dynamic and experienced Purchasing Manager to join a growing FMCG business located in New Haven. This role offers a fantastic chance to contribute to the company''s success by overseeing direct procurement of raw materials and supporting broader category management as the business expands.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in purchasing or procurement within an FMCG environment, with experience at a senior buyer or purchasing manager level.

Role responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager include:

• Develop and implement global procurement strategies for raw materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with central purchasing, negotiate supplier contracts, and build strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term partnerships and favorable terms.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and sourcing innovations to stay ahead
• Lead and mentor the purchasing team, setting goals and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with R&D and marketing to align procurement with product development and branding objectives.
• Manage supply chain efficiency through supplier performance evaluation, risk mitigation, inventory oversight, and ensuring timely delivery of components.

Person Specification of the Purchasing Manager:

• Prior experience in purchasing or procurement within an FMCG environment
• Proven ability to mentor or manage a team effectively - essential
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
• Excellent communication skills, confident in engaging with individuals at all organisational levels in a professional manner
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify challenges early and seek effective solutions
• Highly motivated and driven, with a strong desire for professional growth and advancement

Salary

Up to -40k

This position requires full on-site presence

This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, procurement manager, procurement specialist, procurement lead, buying lead, procurement team leader or procurement supervisor