Job Description:

You will lead sourcing strategy, supplier performance, cost reduction and material availability, while working closely with Production Planning and playing an active role in the S&OP process to ensure production plans are achieved.

• Lead and develop a team of Buyers.
• Manage direct, indirect and CAPEX procurement.
• Develop sourcing strategies and deliver cost reduction initiatives.
• Drive supplier performance, contract negotiations and continuous improvement.
• Ensure material availability, MRP accuracy and inventory optimisation.
• Support production planning, S&OP and wider supply chain activities.
• Improve logistics flow, import processes and supply chain resilience.
• Lead SAP and process improvement initiatives.
• Work cross-functionally with Production, Planning, Engineering and Finance.

You'll have experience leading both procurement and supply chain within a manufacturing or engineering environment. You'll be equally comfortable developing strategic sourcing initiatives as you are working with production planning to ensure materials are available and operations run efficiently.

You'll bring:

• Purchasing and Supply Chain Management experience.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP desirable).
• Experience of production planning, inventory management and S&OP.
• Proven success in supplier negotiations, cost reduction and process improvement.
• Leadership experience with the ability to influence stakeholders across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international manufacturer where you'll have the autonomy to shape both the procurement and wider supply chain function while making a measurable impact on operational performance.