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Overview Highly successful, SME manufacturing company require an experienced Purchasing Manager, to oversee the procurement & supply of essential electronic components, based at conveniently situated offices, in Staines upon Thames. About the role Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain the Purchasing Manager will ensure the company receive a consistent supply of high quality, responsibly sourced components, to facilitate a smooth & efficient manufacturing process. Key duties include: * Facilitating a long-term & sustainable Purchasing Strategy and ensuring all products sourced in line with strict corporate guidelines * Management of the purchasing function including product procurement and managing delivery schedules * Performing supplier audits and gaining new approvals for new suppliers * Planning for supply chain risk and ensuring approved back up suppliers for essential components * Raising purchase orders and product return administration * Negotiating prices and delivery terms with all suppliers * Ensuring quality control targets are maintained for all components. * Sourcing new parts to support engineering and product innovations * Management and development of the Purchasing Assistant * Continuously seek to improve processes and procedures About you: * You will be graduate calibre with a proven track record as a Purchasing or Procurement Manager and ideally have experience within the electronics sector * In addition you will be goal focussed with excellent communication skills and the ability to challenge & positively impact results * The successful applicant will present a proactive approach regarding the resolution of supply chain problems and effectively manage any potential risks What's on offer * 25 days holiday * Very attractive Bonus Scheme * On-site parking * Life assurance * Company pension

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