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Interim Purchasing Manager
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I'm looking for an immediately available candidate for an engineering business I'm currently supporting. It's a well-established engineering manufacturer based in Derby that is going through a significant period of growth and is looking to appoint an Interim Purchasing Manager on a 3-month rolling contract.
About the Role
The role will focus on procuring engineering parts and materials to support increased production demand. Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment is essential, and any exposure to materials planning or production planning would be a distinct advantage.
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Key Requirements
- Strong purchasing/procurement experience within engineering or manufacturing.
- Experience sourcing parts, components, and raw materials.
- Ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate effectively.
- Exposure to materials planning/MRP would be highly beneficial.
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Availability
Available at short notice or immediately preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have an immediate impact during an exciting phase of expansion.
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