Purchasing manager Work, Jobs in Stoke On Trent (with Salaries)

Purchasing Manager
Biocomposites —Stoke-on-Trent
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Director of Contracting, Procurement and Planning
NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board —Stoke-on-Trent
- £112,782 - £129,783 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Contracts
6d
Head of Product Procurement
Portmeirion Group —Stoke-on-Trent
- Full-time
- Negotiation
Supply Chain & Procurement Manager
Berwick Care —Telford
- £55,000 - £75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Business development
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Gym membership
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13d
Procurement Manager
McArthurGlen UK Ltd —Cannock
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Employee discount
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Global Category Manager - Capital Projects Strategic Procurement
Alkegen —Alderley Park
- £115,000 - £140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
Senior Contract Manager
Hitachi —Stone
- Full-time
- Remote
- Contracts
- Leadership
- Flexible schedule
Senior Contract Manager
Hitachi Rail —Stone
- Full-time
- Remote
- Contracts
- Leadership
- Flexible schedule
Plant & Logistics Manager
Freyssinet —Wellington
- Travel
Warehouse & Logistics Lead
Alkegen —Burslem
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
Purchasing Manager
Oliver Valves —Knutsford
- Negotiation
Plant & Logistics Manager
VINCI Construction —Hadley
- Quality control
- Travel
Category Manager
Muller Group —Market Drayton
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Senior Contracts Manager
Fire Protection Compliance Ltd —Northwich
- From £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Supervising experience
- Contracts
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Procurement Director - Energy & Utilities
AstraZeneca —Macclesfield
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
11d
Vendor Alliance Manager
Ingram Micro —Northwich
- Full-time
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Purchasing Manager

Biocomposites -
Stoke-on-Trent

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Job details

Full-time
13 hours ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Company events
Free or subsidised travel
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Sourcing
Stock ordering
CIPS
ERP software
Bachelor's degree
Continuous improvement
Procurement cost optimisation strategy
Risk management
Procurement processing
Cost optimisation planning
Purchasing
Demand planning integration
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Stock replenishment
Microsoft Project
Supply planning
Negotiated procurement
Stock coordination
Communication skills
Purchasing and procurement experience
ISO 13485

Full job description

Job Description

Biocomposites is an international medical devices company that engineers, manufactures, and markets world leading products for use in infection management in bone and soft tissue. Based in Keele, UK, it has global operations across Europe, USA, Argentina, Canada, China, and India. Biocomposites is a world leader in the development of innovative calcium compounds and bone cements for surgical use. Its products regenerate bone and target infection risks across a variety of specialties, including musculoskeletal infection, orthopaedics, trauma, spine, foot and ankle, podiatry, and sports injuries. Biocomposites products are now used in over one million procedures per annum and sold in more than 100 countries around the world.

Job Summary

Responsible for sourcing goods and services across the group, developing and managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and identifying new suppliers and products. Ensures cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality and on-time delivery. Supports operational objectives and business growth through effective purchasing strategies, in line with company policies, quality standards, and commercial targets.

Reports to

Group Supply Chain Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead, manage and develop a procurement team
Develop and implement purchasing strategies to support business objectives and balance risk
Source, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to improve quality, cost, and service.
Build, manage, and maintain strong supplier relationships
Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and service level agreements.
Procure goods and services while ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.
Monitor supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and conduct regular supplier business reviews.
Identify and deliver cost saving initiatives without compromising quality or service.
Manage purchasing budgets and support financial planning.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and relevant legislation.
Work closely with production, operations, IT, finance, and warehouse teams to forecast demand and maintain stock availability.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate purchasing activities to prevent shortages or excess stock.
Resolve supplier issues relating to quality, delivery, or commercial disputes.
Analyse purchasing data, market trends, geo – political developments and supplier performance to support strategic decision-making.
Prepare procurement reports and present purchasing performance to senior management.
Educate and train wider business on procure to pay process
Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous improvement within the procurement function
Support business growth by securing reliable supply chains and sourcing new products and services.
Manage procurement risks, including supply disruptions and price fluctuations, through contingency planning and supplier diversification.
Act as delegate in absence of the Group Supply Chain Manager

Essential requirements

Bachelor Degree
CIPS qualification
Knowledge of ISO 13485 regulations
5+ years of experience in purchasing
Minimum 2 years managerial experience in a manufacturing environment.
ERP experience and digital transformation (Oracle/SAP/Epicor).
Experience of marketplace procurement on boarding and execution.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate / advanced Microsoft Project skills
Proactive and can manage multiple tasks
Able to prioritize
Car Driver

What do we offer?

Competitive salary and benefits! With us, you will receive a competitive salary package and benefits.

We grow talent. At Biocomposites we create opportunities to thrive and grow.

One Biocomposites – team spirit & engagement. Our culture is important and we strive to create engaged and inclusive global teams that encourage colleagues to share their diverse perspectives and opinions.

Who do we look for?

People who are passionate about what we do.

People who are open minded to evolving the way we work.

People who can work together to transform outcomes and change lives.

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Free or subsidised travel
Free parking
On-site parking

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