Purchasing Manager

Your new company
Hays are partnering with a well-established manufacturing organisation to recruit a Purchasing Manager to join their operations team at their Belfast site. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business that has undergone significant positive change and is now operating in a more agile, fast-paced environment.

Your new role
As Purchasing Manager, you will take ownership of the procurement function while leading a small team across purchasing and stores. You will be responsible for driving procurement strategy, improving supplier performance, and ensuring materials are sourced efficiently to meet production demands.
The role will involve hands-on supplier negotiation, contract management, and overseeing a global supply base. You will utilise ERP/MRP systems to manage forecasts, monitor inventory levels, and analyse key performance metrics such as cost, delivery, and stock turns.

You will also play a key role in leading planning discussions, supporting operational decision-making through data insights, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across the supply chain. In addition, you will oversee the effective running of stores to support manufacturing operations.

What you'll need to succeed

• Recent experience in a senior procurement or purchasing role within manufacturing
• Strong background in supplier negotiation and contract management
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team
• Experience working with ERP or MRP systems and data-driven decision-making
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on performance metrics
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities
• Experience managing global supply chains

Desirable:

• Background in electronics, electrical, or electro-mechanical manufacturing
• Professional qualification such as CIPS
• Exposure to inventory optimisation or advanced supply chain tools

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary package
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site parking
• Four-day working week (Monday to Thursday)
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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