Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager IpswichHybrid Working | Competitive Salary + BonusLocation: IpswichHours: Monday Friday, 9:00am 5:00pmWorking Pattern: Hybrid (2 days remote / 3 days office-based)Salary: Competitive + Performance BonusBenefits PackageLife InsuranceIncome Protection InsurancePrivate HealthcareGym MembershipFree On-Site ParkingCompany Pension SchemeAnnual & Quarterly Performance Bonus20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing with service)Christmas ShutdownJoin a leading international construction company and play a key role in keeping its purchasing, stock and supply chain operation running smoothly.Were looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead a busy purchasing function, manage the team, oversee suppliers and ensure stock and imports are delivered efficiently and on time.This is a hands-on management role working closely with Sales, Logistics and Product teams , ensuring purchasing strategy, stock levels and supplier performance support the wider business.The RoleLead, manage and develop the Purchasing teamOversee purchasing, stock control and import requirementsManage supplier relationships, performance and negotiationsMonitor stock levels, planning and incoming shipmentsWork closely with Logistics to coordinate transport, warehousing and stock movementsAnalyse stock data and produce management reportsIdentify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and costsEnsure ISO/AEO and company procedures are maintainedSupport purchasing strategy and wider business objectivesManage workloads, objectives, training and performance across the teamAbout YouWere looking for a confident, experienced and personable manager with a background in purchasing, logistics, supply chain or transport.Youll be:A strong people manager who leads with positivity and empathyHighly organised with excellent attention to detailCommercially aware and confident working with dataA natural problem solver who enjoys finding solutionsProactive, hands-on and comfortable in a fast-paced environmentConfident using Excel and ERP systemsExperienced in stock management, purchasing and importsA great communicator who can build relationships across the businessThis is a key role for someone who enjoys leading people, improving processes and making things happen , within a successful international business operating in the construction sector.TPBN1_UKTJ