Purchasing Planner Team leader

The Purchasing Planner Team Leader is a vital role for managing and coordinating the procurement & supply chain team. This position plays a key role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services in the industrial/manufacturing sector.

Client Details

Our client is a prominent player in the industrial/manufacturing industry. With an international footprint and a workforce of over 10,000 employees, this organisation prides itself on its commitment to excellence and innovation in their products and services.

Description

• Direct and coordinate the procurement & supply chain team's tasks
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand
• Produce reports and statistics on spending and savings
• Continually improve purchasing methods/processes
• Ensure the adequacy of all raw materials needed for production
• Participate in the creation of specifications for products or substitute materials

Profile

A successful Purchasing Planner Team Leader should have:

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Business Administration
• Proven experience in a similar role within the industrial/manufacturing sector
• Strong understanding of supply chain procedures
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
• Negotiation skills and the ability to network and influence suppliers
• Leadership skills and the ability manage a team
• Knowledge of SAP MM or similar software

Job Offer

• Salary range of £40,000-£50,000 per annum
• A rewarding career in a company that values growth and development
• Competitive benefits package
• An inclusive and supportive company culture
• The opportunity to work with a dedicated and skilled team