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: NALOCATIONUnit 9, Fieldhouse Industrial Estate, Old Fieldhouse Lane, Huddersfield, HD2 1 FA3 Millfield Road, Cottingley Business Park, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 1PYSALARYCompetitive salary dependent on experienceOnsite free parkingSTART/FINISH TIMEJOB DESCRIPTIONIn 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 ##### with your full CV and covering letter.RESPONSIBILITIESForecast 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 teamCo-ordinate with Head of Production Engineering on engineering change notices, ensuring stock run out and efficient changeover.Management and KPI reporting.SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONSHold 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 desirableAbility to hit the ground running.Excellent record keeping and housekeeping is a must.BESPOKE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYERBESPOKE ARE AN EQUALOPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
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