Join Our Clients Global Team as the Purchasing Manager- Hybrid- Permanent- £45k plus bonusBased in Blackburn, Lancashire,  our manufacturing client have a global reach with multiple award winning productsOverviewReporting to the Supply Chain manager you will be responsible for developing and implementing purchasing strategies, negotiating with suppliers to secure the best deals, managing inventory levels, and ensuring the timely delivery of products, materials and servicesYour key responsibilities:Purchase goods, materials, components and services in accordance with specified technical, quality and delivery requirementsAnalysing market trends and pricing to make informed purchasing decisionsResponsible for purchasing of capital equipment, working closely with all related departments.Prepare purchase orders in line with final negotiations with selected suppliersSourcing and introduction of new Suppliers, developing current specifications and supplier evaluation and approval.Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methodsInterface with other departments and suppliers for all matters related to the procurement of materials, equipment and services.Monitoring, reviewing and maintaining inventory levels in accordance with the business needs, Managing Material flow with Suppliers and internal customers.Monitor and control requests for purchases against existing purchase limits.To travel abroad as and when required to carry out duties connected with the role.Participation in internal and supplier auditsTo be instrumental in reviewing and improving purchasing practices ad standards and developing working procedures and documentation to implement improvements.Responsible for rejecting materials back on supplier’s obtaining CAPA’s from suppliers and removing material from stock once accepted by supplier.Responsible for updating company risk register for the purchasing function and working closely with suppliers to mitigate those risksHealth & SafetyIt is the responsibility of the post holder to promote health, safety and welfare throughout the Company.The post holder will undertake their duties and responsibilities in full accordance with the Company’s Health & Safety Policy and procedures.Development & Learning:The post holder will be expected to develop their understanding of new technologies by undertaking training when requested.Education & Training:Membership of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) preferred but not essentialA recognised qualification in manufacturing or supply chain managementFull range of computer skillsKey Capabilities & Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years purchasing experience preferably in a large manufacturing Company

• Knowledge on contract law and legislation/documentation relating to purchasing from overseas.

• MRP Systems

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Sound organisational skills.

• Excellent negotiation skills.
• liase with suppliers, and internal personnel at all levels with an ability to influence.

• Able to work within a team environment

• High level of attention to detail.

What‘s on offer:

• 40 hrs per Week - Monday to Friday
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• BUPA Health Care
• Salary £45k plus 10% performance/profit related annual bonus
• Stunning working environment
• Hybrid working
• Opportunity for progression

If you are looking to apply for this fantastic role, send your up to date CV to all successful candidates will be contacted directly to discuss this role in more detail.