Purchasing Manager

Job Location	Leamington Spa
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£45,000 - £50,000 per annum, inc benefits
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent, full-time

Job Description

Purchasing Manager / Purchasing and Order processing Manager

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Leamington Spa
Salary: £45000 to £50000, excellent benefits package including bonus scheme, life assurance and a comprehensive benefits package.

We are seeking an Order Processing & Purchasing Manager to lead our Operations department towards the objective of ‘Happy Customers, Happy Team’. This role is pivotal in ensuring our operations are well-organised and reliable. The ideal candidate will havea strong background in manufacturing, engineering, or construction, with a focus on leadership, process improvement, and meticulous attention to detail.Day to Day of the Role:

Manage the Purchasing & Order Processing functions to ensure excellent customer service through efficient and effective processes.
Lead, motivate, and develop the team to take ownership of objectives, proactively make improvements, and deliver outstanding service.
Hands-on contribution to departmental functions including order processing, purchasing, stock control, and logistics.
Drive process improvements and lead the transition to a single ERP system for product ranges.
Engage with customers to update them on order progress, address queries, and ensure satisfaction.
Source equipment, goods, and services, manage vendor relationships, and lead strategic procurement activities.
Plan and maintain stock levels efficiently, ensuring materials are ordered and received in line with production schedules.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
Process-oriented mindset with meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a customer-focused approach.
Proven people management experience.
Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or construction environment.
Familiarity with ERP systems and understanding of multi-level Bill of Material structures.
Experience in purchasing and strategic procurement.
Intermediate-level proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.

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