Purchasing Manager

Mars Recruitment
GB - Oxfordshire - Bicester
January 19, 2025
Retail

Purchasing Manager | Electronics | Bicester | up to £52,000pa plus bonus & benefits | Hybrid working available:

MARS Recruitment has exclusively partnered with a world leading high tech manufacturer to recruit a Purchasing Manager into their business. With over 20 years of experience, our client is a market leaders in their field and their products have become the industry standard within the automotive sector and are widely used in many other industries.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, negotiating and buying goods, materials and services to meet operational requirements, taking into consideration, price, quality, delivery and continuity of supply. In addition, the Purchasing Manager leads the Purchasing team, ensures the successful management of new and existing suppliers, as well as analysing current procedures to create the most effective and cost-efficient methods for day-to-day operations.

This is an incredible opportunity for a Purchasing Manager to really own and develop this impressive manufacturers purchasing strategy over the coming years. Key areas of responsibilities:

Purchasing and Stock Management:
Procure high-value electronic components and materials, aligning with forecasts and production needs. Monitor stock levels, expedite orders, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Supplier Management:
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, managing performance and negotiating terms. Address supply chain risks, ensuring quality and reliability of supply.
Team Management and Strategy:
Lead and mentor the Purchasing team, aligning objectives with company strategy. Develop and implement purchasing strategies and monitor KPIs for continuous improvement.
General Duties:
Provide purchasing support across departments and maintain compliant, effective processes. Stay informed on industry advancements, manage ERP data, and support cost-reduction initiatives.
Essential Expertise

Purchasing of Electronics:
Proven experience sourcing electronic components in an engineering or manufacturing setting.
Skilled in managing complex procurement, stock levels, and forecasting.
Proficient in building relationships, performance management, and negotiations.
Forecasting:
Aligns procurement with medium- and long-term forecasts.
New Product Development:
Supports R&D through part selection and procurement.
Strategy:
Develops and implements purchasing strategies, setting KPIs for improvement.
Desirable Expertise

Professional Qualifications:
CIPS qualification would be desirable.
Quality Standards:
Knowledge of ISO9001 and ISO17025.
Salary & Benefits:

A supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for professional development and growth
A chance to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic company
Competitive salary of up to £52,000pa and benefits package
Hybrid working available, ideally being able to visit their offices 2 to 3 times per week, or as required
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Discretionary profit share bonus
5% employee / 5% employee pension contributions
Death in Service Scheme
If you’re a Purchasing Manager with experience of purchasing electronics components and you’re looking for a new exciting challenge, please do get in touch with MARS Recruitment.

MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven’t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time.

MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles)

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