Robert Walters
Purchasing Manager
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Purchasing Manager - FMCG Business
A FMCG business is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join their team and play a pivotal role in shaping procurement strategies. This opportunity offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact by ensuring the smooth flow of goods and services, while working within a supportive environment that values collaboration and professional growth. The company is renowned for its commitment to employee development and offering flexible working opportunities to suit your individual needs.
This role is 3 days on-site and 2 WFH.
What You'll Do:
As a Purchasing Manager based in Bolton, you will be entrusted with overseeing the entire procurement function for the organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve:
- Developing and implementing purchasing strategies that align with organisational objectives.
- Building strong relationships with suppliers.
- Monitoring market trends and analysing supplier performance data to inform decision-making processes.
- Collaborating closely with internal departments such as finance, operations, and production to understand requirements, forecast demand, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Managing the end-to-end procurement process.
- Evaluating existing suppliers regularly by conducting performance reviews.
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What You Bring:
The ideal candidate for the Purchasing Manager position brings:
- Experience in purchasing and / or procurement within a FMCG environment.
- Strong organisational, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- An analytical mindset and excellent attention to detail.
- Managerial experience which fosters a collaborative and efficient workplace environment for a team.
- Strong Excel skills, ideally you will also have experience using SAP.
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The Company:
Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements that accommodate diverse lifestyles, making it easier for individuals to balance their professional responsibilities with personal interests or family needs. Comprehensive training programmes are available so employees can continually enhance their skills or pursue new areas of interest within the business. Supportive leadership fosters a culture of collaboration rather than competition; everyone works together towards common goals while celebrating each other's achievements along the way.
How to Apply:
Apply now or for more information, feel free to contact Senior Consultant Jess Vernal on jess.vernal@robertwalters.com or 07823647177.
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