Head of Purchasing

Head of
Purchasing

As an international Stairlift manufacturer, we are experiencing a steep growth curve and are seeking to appoint an experienced Head of Purchasing. As an ambitious provider within our field, we offer market leading products, superior service and support a network of trade partners internationally.

CLOSING DATE: NA

LOCATION

English

Unit 9, Fieldhouse Industrial Estate, Old Fieldhouse Lane, Huddersfield, HD2 1 FA

3 Millfield Road, Cottingley Business Park, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 1PY

SALARY

Competitive salary dependent on experience

BUPA Healthcare Cash Plan

Workplace Pension

Onsite free parking

START/FINISH TIME

Shift patterns available

Mon-Thu 06:00am-16.30pm
Tue-Friday 06:00am-16:30pm

JOB DESCRIPTION

In an adaptable and empowering culture designed to deliver results; this is a superb opportunity to join a growing company who will offer you the autonomy to take ownership of the role.

As this is a senior role, reporting into the Operations Director, you will manage a small team and will have full responsibility and autonomy for inventory control through the manufacturing cycle, optimising production levels and increasing profitability.

This is a full-time, permanent position.

To register interest please contact HR@bespokestairlifts.co.uk with your full CV and covering letter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Forecast and mitigate risk within the supply chain.
  • Plan and implement a procurement budget with a strong focus on cost reduction.
  • Improve overall Supply Chain stability.
  • Develop a transparent and accurate system showing materials availability and valuation.
  • Develop new and existing relationships with suppliers. 
  • Manage and report on supplier performance.
  • Materials cost and quality ownership.
  • Negotiate on pricing & terms with all suppliers.
  • Work with Head of Quality to implement & maintain a robust Goods In & supplier quality check.
  • Management of the day to day purchasing requirements and team
  • Co-ordinate with Head of Production Engineering on engineering change notices, ensuring stock run out and efficient changeover.
  • Management and KPI reporting.

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS

  • Hold an appropriate qualification in a relevant business-related field.
  • Ability to influence, challenge and ‘push back’.
  • High level of knowledge on Microsoft packages.
  • Excellent communication and teamworking skills.
  • Enthusiasm and real drive to achieve results.
  • High level of analytical skills.
  • Champion change management.
  • Experience of Lean Inventory Management, Kaizen, Kanban & 5s desirable
  • Ability to hit the ground running.
  • Excellent record keeping and housekeeping is a must.

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