Ref: BBBH31451
Assistant Purchasing Manager
Assistant Purchasing Manager
Suffolk
Circa £40,000
Role Profile
Our client is a market leading Manufacturing business located in the Suffolk area. They are looking for an Assistant Purchasing Manager who will be able to work proactively and be a hands on, operational lead within the team. You will be looking after a range of materials and components but a knowledge of Manufacturing and Engineering is key. You will need to be a strong communicator and be able to bring your experienced skill set to the role. This role would be perfect for someone with previous experience managing a team and there are some great opportunities for progression within this organisation.
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of Buyers, Assistant Purchasing and Goods In
- Responsible for Direct and Indirect purchasing
- Working closely with global suppliers
- Develop and implement purchasing strategy
- Responsible for a range of direct materials
- Manage and build relationships with suppliers
- Develop supplier KPI's
- Hands on operational management
- Work in a fast-paced environment
- Working with internal and external stakeholders
Skills & Experience
Skills and personal qualities considered to be essential to the role are:
- Purchasing experience within fast paced environment
- Strong relationship builder
- Managerial / supervisorial experience
- Passionate and Driven for progression
- Strong negotiator
- Proven track record delivering results
- Excellent problem-solving skill
- A hands-on attitude and 'no problem' approach
- Desire and ability to take responsibility
- Creative thinker
- Approachable, enthusiastic, likeable, team player
- Driven by success and progression
Client information
Our client is a leading Manufacturing business.
About Cast UK
Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com
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