Purchasing Manager

An established heavy engineering manufacturer is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activity across a complex manufacturing site. This senior role will ensure cost-effective, resilient supply of engineered components, materials and services, while modernising procurement processes, managing commercial risk, negotiating high-value contracts and developing strategic supplier relationships globally.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver site procurement strategies, managing purchasing budgets, expenditure, working capital and cost-saving initiatives aligned with wider commercial objectives.
* Lead sourcing, tendering, ITT/RFP processes and high-value contract negotiations, securing competitive pricing, favourable commercial terms, SLAs and robust contractual arrangements.
* Manage and develop domestic and international supplier networks, including supplier selection, auditing, performance management, risk mitigation and supply chain resilience.
* Support major capital expenditure projects, working closely with Engineering and Operations to procure heavy machinery and assets from initial specification through to delivery and deployment.
* Lead, mentor and develop the purchasing team while collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Operations and Finance to maintain material availability, compliance and high procurement standards.
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager or Supply Chain Manager
* Experience within a medium to heavy engineering environment
* CIPS / MCIPS certified
* HNC/HND or above in relevant subject
* Strong ERP/MRP experience, preferable with SAP
Location: Rochdale
Permanent Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Mon - Fri
Salary: £ Competitive (dependent on experience) + Bonus
Benefits: 11% combined pension, life assurance, private medical, bonus & more.
Contact Details:
For inquiries or to apply, please contact Jacob on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed