Purchasing Manager

Ref: 561161

Doncaster, UK

£55,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Purchasing
• Project Execution
• Operational Efficiency

About the candidate

A seasoned Purchasing Manager with 20 years' expertise in the Pharmaceutical & Manufacturing industry, specialised in the procurement and strategic sourcing division. 

Their experience spans working hands-on with European suppliers, managing major budgets, and implementing system improvements that have directly enhanced business operations and financial outcomes.

What makes them great?

• Advanced negotiations leading to substantial cost savings and optimized supply chain operations.
• Demonstrated ability to significantly increase product range and company turnover, with notable results such as increasing purchases from 1 million to 2 million within nine months.
• Proficiency in integrating new product lines that generated additional annual profits and enhanced operational capabilities.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Purchasing & Supplier Management: Mastery in developing supplier relationships and maintaining a lean portfolio that delivers cost-efficiency and enhances quality.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage and execute projects that enhance business processes and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Data Analysis & Operational Improvements: Skilled in data analytics to support strategic decisions and operational optimizations that contribute to productivity and cost savings.