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Purchasing Supervisor

Ref: AS6205032

BH23 1AA

£40,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Cost Reduction Specialist
  • Team Leadership

About the candidate

The candidate is a dynamic Purchasing Supervisor with a proven ability to lead procurement operations effectively within a manufacturing setting. With substantial experience overseeing teams of buyers and clerks, their expertise lies in delivering significant cost reductions and enhancing supplier engagement. The candidate's career is marked by strategic roles in various companies ranging from a regional manufacturing company to a mid-size industrial supplier and a national retail supply chain. Highly competent in supplier relationship management, strategic sourcing, and implementing procurement systems, they drive efficiency and compliance across purchasing departments.

Known for an exceptional blend of organizational and communication skills, this candidate excels in fast-paced environments, consistently pushing for operational excellence and team performance improvements. They are recognised for their strategic thinking and ability to transcend traditional procurement practices to deliver tangible business results.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction: Demonstrated success in implementing procurement strategies that resulted in a 15% reduction in costs.
  • Process Improvement: Played a pivotal role in the adoption of an ERP system, achieving a 20% reduction in order processing times.
  • Team Leadership: Known for leading purchasing teams with a focus on efficiency and excellence in fast-paced environments.

Areas of expertise

  • Supplier Relationship Management: Skilled in building and maintaining robust relationships with suppliers, enhancing contract negotiations and service levels.
  • Strategic Sourcing: Expertise in formulating sourcing strategies that align with corporate goals and reduce procurement costs.
  • Project Collaboration: Effective collaborator with various cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with project specifications and timelines.