Purchasing Manager

Our client are one of Britain's leading suppliers of electrical/mechanical workshop equipment, supplying a wide range of markets, including DIY, Automotive, Industrial and Export worldwide. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing Manager/Director reporting directly to the Directors.You will have a wealth of experience at a senior management level running teams of buyers sourcing a large range of finished goods mainly in China and the Far East, ideally within power tools sector. You will also be purchasing product within the EU.You will also be responsible for :Selection of all new products for wholesale & retail tradeSign off on all stock purchase orders and pricingFull stock availabilityIdentifying products and ranges to enhance the product offeringWorking with the buying, test and marketing teams to make sure products come to market within given time framesScheduling all new product testing and product evaluation with the in house engineering team to meet current directivesViewing all goods inward Quality Control reports, new product evaluation reports, warranty reports and making company decisions as to next course of actionDeciding with the team what items will be deleted from the rangeWorking with marketing team to identify products for promotional activityManaging the flow of new products from import through the new product engineering team and then private label development with marketingSetting the Trade and Retail prices for all newly selected products based on company margin requirementsOngoing review of retail market to ensure that current and new products are competitiveSelection of inbound shipping agencies.Key Skills Required:A proven track record of procurement and management experience (essential) at least 10 years in a management positionEntrepreneurial person with a can do attitude.Experience of direct imports of finished consumer products from the Far East is essentialAbility to understand and influence key financial purchasing issues and senior team membersAbility to explain, present and influence in a clear, concise, compelling and consistent mannerAbility to plan, prioritise and delegate to achieve deadlines Ability to make difficult decisionsKnowledge of the key market commodities, the processes and the major suppliersProven track record of leading teamsExcellent, clear and concise communication skills. Salary is commensurate with this senior positionBenefits :Annual salary reviewBonuses twice yearlyHealthcare20 days holiday + 8 statutoryCompany Contribution Pension schemeLife AssuranceDaily lunch optionOn-site parkingTPBN1_UKTJ