Head of Purchasing

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Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 24 days

Stafford, Staffordshire ST18 0NB, England

Full Time

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The position of Head of Purchasing/Category Management is available in Staffordshire, offering a salary package between £120,000 and £150,000, along with a car allowance and bonus schemes.
The role requires proven success in purchasing within an engineering and production environment, with a preference for candidates having a graduate-level education and CIPS qualification.
Key responsibilities include leading the development of category strategies, building relationships with stakeholders, and managing a high-performing category team.
Candidates should possess strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, along with financial acumen and experience in change management.
This is a full-time, on-site position that provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic global environment with occasional travel.

Head of Purchasing/Category ManagementLocation: Staffordshire - Full-Time, On-SitePackage: £120,000 - £150,000 plus car allowance and bonus schemesAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Purchasing/Category Management to lead and optimise purchasing strategies aligned with our business objectives. You will play a key role in driving cost improvements, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and building strong relationships with internal stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Development & Integration: Lead the creation and global integration of category strategies, ensuring they align with business operations.
Relationship & Business Integration: Build and maintain long-term stakeholder relationships to enhance business capabilities and performance.
People Leadership: Develop and manage a high-performing category team with a cross-functional mindset.
Business Management & Coordination: Leverage cross-functional category knowledge to identify and exploit business opportunities.

Skills & Knowledge Required:

Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
Proven experience in change management and influencing senior stakeholders
Conflict resolution and results-driven mindset
Comprehensive knowledge in category & supplier management, cost and pricing strategies, and contract management
Financial acumen and performance management skills

Experience & Qualifications:

Proven success in purchasing within an engineering and production environment
Experience leading multi-disciplinary and virtual teams in a global matrix organisation
Strong relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders
Engineering or program management background preferred
Graduate-level education (CIPS qualification preferred)
Flexibility for occasional travel

What's on Offer:

An opportunity to lead and develop purchasing strategies in a dynamic and global environment
Full-time, on-site engagement with fixed holidays
A collaborative and innovative work environment

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