Purchasing And Supply Chain Manager

Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager needed in Tewkesbury, Salary: £45,000 - £50,000, Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (39 hours per week)

Excellent opportunity to join a growing engineering and manufacturing business in a key leadership role, driving purchasing strategy, supplier performance and supply chain excellence across the organisation.

Job Description
Reporting to the Finance Director, the Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager will lead the purchasing, supplier management and stores functions, ensuring the reliable and cost-effective supply of materials and services. Working closely with Production, Operations and Finance, you will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, oversee inventory, drive continuous improvement and maintain AS9100 compliance. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to influence sourcing strategy and support business growth.

Role and Responsibilities
Lead all purchasing activities for stock and non-stock items using ERP/MRP systems

Develop strong supplier relationships and manage supplier performance

Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms

Ensure material availability to support production schedules

Manage stock levels, inventory accuracy and stores operations

Lead and develop the Stores team

Conduct supplier audits and maintain AS9100 compliance

Monitor subcontractor performance and order progression

Produce reports on purchasing activity, supplier KPIs and cost-saving initiatives

Deliver process improvements and cost reduction projects

Manage site service contracts and key suppliers

Support strategic sourcing, new product introduction and business growth initiatives

About You
Proven experience in a senior Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain Management role within manufacturing

CIPS Level 5 qualified or working towards qualification

Strong understanding of supplier management, procurement and inventory control

Experience working within an AS9100 environment or similar regulated manufacturing sector

Skilled in negotiating contracts and commercial terms

Experience using ERP/MRP systems

Previous people management experience

Track record of driving process improvements and cost savings

Strong commercial awareness, communication and organisational skills

Desirable:

CIPS Level 6 or progression towards MCIPS

Experience supporting strategic sourcing and business growth projects

Knowledge of subcontractor management

What is on Offer
Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 plus benefits

Full-time permanent position (39 hours per week)

Monday to Friday office-based role

Senior leadership opportunity within a growing business

Professional development and career progression opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Long-term career stability

Interested?To apply or find out more, contact Pertemps Gloucester:

Unit A4, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ

Call (phone number removed), Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed