Purchasing manager Work, Jobs in Kettering (with Salaries)

Purchasing Lead
Mace Industries —Corby
- From £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
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Procurement Manager
CITB —Peterborough
- £58,633 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Contracts
- In-person
- Employee assistance programme
Senior Category Manager
Raja Pack UK —Bedford
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Free parking
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13d
Purchasing Manager
Rexroth —St. Neots
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Travel
- AI
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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14d
National Inventory Manager
Bauer Media Outdoor —Peterborough
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
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Head of Finance & Procurement
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy —Lutterworth
- £76,551 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
6d
Procurement Manager
Skanska —Bedford
- Civil engineering
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Office
- Bereavement leave
Supplier Manager
Network Rail —Milton Keynes
- £55,596 - £67,813 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- No degree
- Contracts
- Free parking
- Annual leave
7d
Category Manager
City Plumbing —Crick
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Head of Procurement
AMFresh —Alconbury
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Communication skills
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Procurement Policy and Project Lead
FCDO Services —Milton Keynes
- £46,224 - £47,813 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- Presentation skills
- Organisational skills
Inventory Planning Manager
Bauer Media Outdoor —Peterborough
- Hybrid work
- ERP systems
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
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Vendor Onboarding Manager - Cyber Security
Ingram Micro —Milton Keynes
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CRM software
- Sales
- Business development
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Procurement - Commercial Category Lead
Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue —Huntingdon
- £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Travel
- Free parking
- Store discount
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3d
Procurement and Third Party Management Lead - 10 month FTC
Motor Insurers' Bureau —Milton Keynes
- £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Continuous improvement
- Contracts
- Employee assistance programme
3d
Supplier Relationship Manager, Quality Development
BT —Milton Keynes
- Assembly
- Travel
Warehouse & Logistics Manager - Charity Challenge Events
Gladiator Events Ltd —Peterborough
- From £30,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Warehouse & Logistics Manager
Giesecke+Devrient —Milton Keynes
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Leadership
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Public Sector Resourcing —Milton Keynes
- Full-time
- Management
Indirect Sourcing Leader – UK
GE Vernova —Rugby
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
5d

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Purchasing Lead

Mace Industries
Corby

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £35,000 a year

Qualifications

Sage
Procurement
Supply chain
ERP systems
Microsoft Office
MRP
Administrative experience
Organisational skills
Purchasing
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Purchasing Lead to oversee procurement activities within our organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating favourable terms, and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services essential to our operations. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong organisational skills, capable of optimising supply chain processes whilst maintaining cost efficiency. The Purchasing Lead will play a pivotal role in supporting our organisational growth and operational excellence.

Job Specification

· Responsible for the ordering of materials, supplies, and equipment

· Follow through with vendors on shipment and delivery

· Advise staff as to appropriate choices of standard items to be purchased for office and for use in the manufacturing process

· Select vendors, place orders, and arrange selected service contracts

· Follow up on orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates

· Maintain records and follow up files of purchases, shipments, and related matters

· Maintain files of descriptions and suppliers.

· Tender products out on a regular basis to ensure competitive pricing

· Look into alternative products and sources of supply to make savings and/or improve supply chain

· Inspect products received for quality and quantity to ensure adherence to specifications

· Run the sage 200 MRP and MPS to determine the quantities to order and what needs to be manufactured to have adequate stock for demand

· Liaise with the Production Manager in all aspect of material supply

· Process purchase orders from the manufacturing system

· Despatching orders to subcontractors and ensuring the items are received back

· Liaise with suppliers regarding service levels/product returns

· Ensure customs compliance when sourcing outside of the UK

· Run and maintain the supplier portal, ensure suppliers compliance with Mace standards

· Keep the workspace clean and tidy and free of any hazards

· Always operate in a safe manner, which conforms with health and safety practices

· Meet agreed goals and objectives in a timely manner

· Arrive to work and other work related functions on time as scheduled

· Interact with other team members and other departments in a professional manner

· Update CRM with NCR information

· Take ownership of carbon footprint data recording

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

· GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.

· Qualification in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

· Good understanding of purchasing and inventory management processes.

Essential Experience

· Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or materials planning role within a manufacturing environment.

· Experience of raising and processing purchase orders.

· Experience of supplier management and vendor liaison.

· Experience of maintaining accurate purchasing and stock records.

· Experience of monitoring supplier performance, deliveries, and service levels.

· Experience of working with MRP/MPS systems and inventory management software.

· Experience using ERP systems, preferably Sage 200 or similar manufacturing software.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

· Strong understanding of procurement and supply chain principles.

· Knowledge of inventory control and material planning processes.

· Understanding of customs and import compliance requirements when sourcing internationally.

· Ability to analyse stock requirements and forecast purchasing needs.

· Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

· Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Competent in Microsoft Office applications.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to investigate alternative suppliers and identify cost-saving opportunities.

· Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Personal Attributes

· Proactive and self-motivated.

· Reliable and dependable with excellent timekeeping.

· Strong problem-solving skills.

· Professional and courteous in dealings with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.

· Team player with the ability to build positive working relationships.

· Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.

· Committed to continuous improvement and achieving business objectives.

· Demonstrates a strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.

· Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Pay: From £35,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Corby NN17 4JN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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