Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager Up to £62,000 Berkshire Food Manufacturing Job ref: 8724 The company An award-winning company driven by its innovation thanks to skilled chefs and designers, producing and providing high end goods for the UKs leading food manufacturers and retailers. Their passion for food and drive is exemplary. About the Purchasing Manager job The purpose of your role will be to play a crucially strategic role in ensuring that the company has a steady and cost-effective supply of the required raw materials, ingredients, and other necessary goods required for production. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for identifying and cultivating relationships with the company’s suppliers and vendors. Additionally, you will manage the execution of their supply and production strategies. Key tasks * Lead procurement on-site and step in as Head of Purchasing when needed. * Develop and execute procurement strategies, ensuring supply security and favourable supplier contracts. * Analyse market trends and introduce supplier innovations to maintain a competitive edge. * Manage and mentor two Buyers, setting objectives and conducting performance reviews. About You The successful candidate will be degree educated with FMCG manufacturing experience, specialising in direct spending on raw materials and packaging, with Microsoft Office proficiency. * MCIPS Qualified would be desirable however not essential. * Multi-site procurement responsibility would be preferable. More details The Purchasing Manager job is based in Berkshire and is paying up to £62,000 according to your experience. The company offers an extensive benefits package - inclusive of additional leave and a health & wellbeing programme. The Purchasing Manager job (ref:8724) is an office-based role and the working hours are Monday - Friday (1 day hybrid). Alternate job titles Supply Chain Manager | Purchasing Jobs | Raw Materials Buyer | Procurement Manager | Procurement Jobs | Food Industry Jobs | Food Manufacturing Jobs | Hybrid Jobs | Procurement Lead | Vendor Relations Manager | Procurement Operations Manager The site is located in Berkshire and is commutable from Swindon, Reading, Oxford, Slough and Southampton