Purchasing Manager

An innovative powertrain manufacturing company is entering the next stage of product development and has a new vacancy for a Purchasing Manager. You will be responsible for purchasing & procurement activities that support engineering product development & rapid build increases on an innovative electrification model . Candidates are sought with experience in a similar role and gained in the automotive, aerospace, defence, marine or electrification sectors in advantageous.

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and source new global suppliers for a range of products including mechanical, electromechanical and electrical products and engineering services.
• Negotiate contracts, terms and pricing with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Develop purchasing pipelines and achieve inventory optimisation.
• Implement procurement processes, supplier approvals and purchasing controls.
• Agree pricing, commercial agreements and contract terms with suppliers.
• Analyse market trends, material availability and supply risks.
• Work closely with engineering teams to support new product development.
• Ensure purchased commodities meet quality and sector regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across purchasing and supply chain.

• A proven purchasing management professional gained in a complex engineering or manufacturing sector.
• A hands‑on approach with excellent influencing skills.
• Some experience working in complex low volume manufacturing and/or prototype is advantageous.
• Experience working in a highly regulated sector preferred, aerospace, automotive, defence, energy, marine, etc.
• Excellent commercial negotiation skills and previous contractual supplier agreements experience.