Purchasing Manager

Are you a skilled Purchasing Manager looking for a role where you can make a real impact? Join a thriving manufacturing company based in Chichester and take charge of supplier negotiations, procurement strategies, and cost-effective purchasing solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining quality, optimising costs, and building strong supplier relationships.

As a Purchasing Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Negotiating contracts to secure the best value while maintaining high product quality
• Fostering strong supplier relationships, resolving challenges proactively
• Managing purchase orders and maintaining accurate records of goods ordered and received
• Tracking supplier performance to ensure timely material delivery
• Developing and maintaining supplier agreements to drive efficiency and cost savings

Requirements:

• Proven experience in procurement and supplier management
• Strong negotiation and people management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive approach

Benefits:

• Free onsite parking
• 31 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Healthcare and life insurance cover
• Company events

This is a full time permanent position based in Chichester working Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm on an annual salary of £50,000.

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.