My client is a global engineering organisation that provides leading products and solutions to clients within the OandG, Marine, Industrial and Renewable industries. There is the rare opportunity for an experienced Purchasing Manager to join their well established site and team in Fife. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will lead the purchasing team in ensuring efficient and cost effective operation. What is in it for you? Competitive Salary Life Assurance - 4 x salaryPrivate MedicalGroup Income Protection - Insurance policy for long term absenceCompany Pension SchemeVolunteering Days per yearEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLong Service AwardsFamily Friendly PoliciesLeisure DiscountsResponsibilities:Responsible for the supervision of Buyers ensuring full compliance with company and department proceduresMaintain Purchasing Performance metrics and Monitor Supplier Performance metrics, taking action where appropriateSet individual development plans and give performance feedback to reporting buyersLiaise with suppliers, internal departments and internal customers Assure well-formed Purchase Orders and purchasing documentation are created Negotiating and agreeing contracts and monitoring progress both financially and in respect of service levelsExperience and Education Required:Business and/or Purchasing related qualificationSignificant experience in supervisory roleExtensive experience in purchasing Working experience of inventory ordering and control Please ..... full job details .....