Purchasing Manager

Purchasing ManagerAnnual Salary: £50-65k per annumLocation: Wandsworth, London, UKJob Type: Office based Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm (or 30 minutes earlier or later start)We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Purchasing Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing supplier relationships, managing contracts, and focusing on pricing strategies and cost reduction. This role requires strong negotiation skills, excellent leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of supply chain management.Day-to-day of the role:Manage direct purchases from our global network of suppliers and partners.Lead and manage a small team of purchasing professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.Develop and implement purchasing strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement and supplier management.Collaborate with the Operations Director and Head of Supply Chain to align purchasing activities with overall business objectives.Utilise tools such as QBR and Scorecards to maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and competitive pricing.Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions.Evaluate supplier bids and proposals to determine the most advantageous pricing and terms.Work closely with production, planning, logistics, sourcing, and finance teams to ensure alignment and effective communication.Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier ..... full job details .....