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Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist

KPI Recruiting LtdHanley, Staffordshire, England
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Purchasing Specialist

Location :  Stoke

Hours :  Monday to Friday - 9am - 5pm

Salary :  £35,000 per annum

The role :

We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join our well-known client Based in Stoke. You'll be responsible for managing procurement activities across raw materials, packaging, and indirect spend, ensuring supply continuity and cost efficiency. This is a fantastic opportunity for a CIPS-qualified professional with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to supplier management.

Main duties :

Overseeing an annual budget of £65 million for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods, plus an additional £5 million for indirect procurement, this role encompasses a wide spectrum of strategic and operational duties, including :

  • Managing day-to-day procurement activities to ensure timely sourcing of raw materials and packaging aligned with both production schedules and customer demand
  • Interpreting material requirements planning (MRP) data to respond swiftly to shifts in supply and demand
  • Maintaining close, daily coordination with production teams and suppliers to guarantee on-time delivery of essential materials
  • Relaying critical supplier updates to customer service and sales teams to support seamless communication
  • Keeping procurement systems and supplier databases up to date with accurate and current information
  • Evaluating supplier performance metrics, including tracking and reporting on delivery issues and quality concerns
  • Managing base oil pricing strategies and monitoring assigned quotas
  • Producing forecasts for base oil demand and usage trends
  • Collaborating with Commercial Division leadership and Research & Development on sourcing strategy
  • Safeguarding supply chain continuity by mitigating single-source risks and securing reliable vendors
  • Tracking and reporting monthly and annual base oil consumption
  • Leading the approval process for onboarding new suppliers
  • Maintaining and updating pricing structures across procurement systems
  • Driving forward key procurement initiatives and contributing to strategic projects that support broader business goals

About you :

  • Ideal candidates will hold a CIPS qualification and bring proven procurement experience within a manufacturing setting
  • Strong proficiency in IT systems and tools is essential
  • Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP platforms is a significant plus
  • Demonstrates exceptional accuracy and a sharp eye for detail
  • Self-driven, well-organised, and capable of managing multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines

    • Benefits :

  • A competitive salary package complemented by a performance-linked bonus
  • Generous holiday allowance exceeding statutory requirements
  • Defined contribution pension plan to support your future
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional wellbeing
  • Ongoing training and development to help you grow in your career
  • A collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Option to join a discounted private healthcare scheme
  • Free on-site parking for added convenience

    • Interested? Call Meg on 01782 712230 or email  [email protected]

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