Purchasing Manager

A global distributor of speciality products who provide bespoke technical solutions to wide range of industries is currently looking for a commercial Purchasing Manager. Ideally, you will have experience working for, or with, an established distributor or distribution network. This opportunity is ideally suited to a commercially minded professional seeking a hands-on role in a rapidly growing business. BASIC SALARY: Competitive depending on experience BENEFITS: 10% bonus paid annually Pension scheme LOCATION: Midlands - This is an office-based role predominantly out of our Warwickshire site COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Warwick, Redditch, Worcester, Cheltenham, Coventry, Birmingham JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager - Adhesives / Automotive The primary focus of this Purchasing Manager role is to ensure our Purchasing department continues to play a pivotal role in our business''s growth ambitions. You will have a key role in delivering a Purchasing strategy in an environment focussed on continuous improvement and growth. Key elements of the role will be to: Develop and oversee 3 existing purchasing staff across the UK Oversee total UK and European spend (£25 million t/o) Drive improved commercial terms across the supplier base including pricing, rebates, MOQs and payment terms Assess how to get best value out of the current procurement relationships (500 active, circa 20 main partners) and where needed, rationalise our supplier portfolio KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchasing Manager - ..... full job details .....