Purchasing Supervisor

We are looking for a Purchasing Supervisor to join our Christchurch, Dorset team! In this role you will be responsible for overseeing a team of buyers and purchasing clerks engaged in the sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of materials, parts components and equipment necessary to support manufacturing development. The Supervisor leads daily purchasing operations, drives supplier performance, supports cost-reduction initiatives, and contributes to long-term supply chain strategies. Location: Christchurch, Dorset We Take Care of Our People Work-life balance through our Hybrid working, flexitime program and condensed work week (role dependent) I Paid Time Off I Retirement with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Bonus Scheme I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive and Supportive Culture Your Challenge: Oversees the entire business cycle, from solicitation, purchase order replacement and confirmation to invoice payment. Coordinates the return and replacement of defective materials with quality assurance and suppliers. Ensures timely conversion of purchase requisitions to purchase orders/contracts. Monitors the cost, schedule and performance aspects of major subcontracts. Ensures that all customer flow downs and certification requirements are captioned in purchasing. May negotiate major contracts involving large dollar amounts. Supervises a team of procurement professionals ..... full job details .....