Purchasing Manager

Why Join?
- Work for a global leader in the circular economy, supporting some of the world's biggest brands.
- Drive cost savings and efficient purchasing strategies.
- Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Thrive in an autonomous, innovative, and flexible environment.
- Contribute to a company dedicated to sustainable practices.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Site Purchasing Manager to lead the local purchasing department at our client's Birmingham site. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a dynamic, innovative, and sustainability-driven organisation.

As Site Purchasing Manager, you will:
- Lead and supervise the site purchasing team.
- Implement a category management approach aligned with site and group strategies.
- Utilise SAP MRP to manage inventoried spare parts, stock control, and re-order points.
- Oversee purchase orders, sourcing of non-stock engineering parts, and supplier management.
- Implement and manage service contracts while acting as SAP MM key user for the plant.
- Record cost savings, create material master data, and ensure robust stock control.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business.

What We're Looking For
- MCIPS qualification (or working towards it).
- Proven purchasing experience, ideally within engineering or heavy industry.
- Strong knowledge of MRP systems (SAP experience desirable).
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- People management and contracts experience (desirable).
- Adaptive leadership style with a fair, inclusive approach.

Company & Culture
Our client is a well-established global organisation driving the circular economy through renewable, recyclable, and recycled materials. While backed by global resources, they operate with the agility of a smaller business-fostering an environment where innovation, flexibility, and continuous improvement are encouraged.

Benefits
- Competitive salary + annual bonus (up to £1,000 pro-rata).
- Company pension: 6% employer / 3% employee contribution.
- On-site canteen with subsidised healthy options.
- On-site gym and breakout areas (table tennis & pool).
- Regular wellbeing activities and employee engagement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in purchasing while contributing to a business that's shaping a more sustainable future.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with a global leader.

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