Purchasing Manager

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading South Yorkshire based client to recruit for a Purchasing Manager. The role:You will be responsible for managing both the current and future needs the Purchasing department. You will be charged with:Managing, supporting, and coaching of the teamNegotiation of all current and new purchasing contractsDevelop and maintain a supply base globallySelect new suppliers based on factors including cost and suitability/competence to supplyRe-tender of all current and new commoditiesAlign all material management processes Skills and ExperiencePrevious Purchasing experience at a senior level to include a solid understanding of Steel, Fabrications and Machined commoditiesPrevious experience in managing a teamAbility to travel globally should the need ariseAn understanding of lean manufacturing 51535DHR3INDPRO The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position. ..... full job details .....