Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager

Purchasing and Supply Chan Manager
Shoreditch
£50,000 - £60,000

Are you a commercially sharp, detail-driven Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager who thrives in complex, regulated environments? Do you combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the Procurement function within this fast-growing SME.

We're looking for a talented procurement and supply chain professional who can ensure the timely, cost-effective acquisition of stock to safeguard supply continuity for customers whilst having a positive impact on the business' profitability and efficiency.

What will the role involve?

• Oversee a direct procurement spend of c £3m
• Source items for stock from a range of suppliers from both the UK and Europe
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, identifying opportunities for cost savings and driving maximum value for the business
• Manage key supplier relationships, undertaking contract management and supplier performance reviews
• Mitigate risk by developing contingency supply plans for all product lines through second / third supply sources
• Accurately forecast product usage using historical data and insight from teams across the business
• Ensure sufficient stock levels to maintain high product availability, whilst minimising waste
• Anticipate and mitigate stock outages before they happen
• Drive stock system accuracy and lead regular stock takes

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:30
• Based in the office full time
• Regular travel to visit second site based East of Central London (travel expensed)

Ideal Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a similar purchasing, procurement or supply chain role
• Skilled in negotiation and supplier management
• Strong inventory management skills, with experience of forecasting requirements and managing purchases to ensure product availability
• Previous experience working in a fast paced, highly regulated environment such as food, pharma, medical or healthcare
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Good systems and analytical skills (Intermediate Excel as a minimum)

If this sounds like a good fit, then we would love to hear from you!

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