Purchasing Manager
£55,000 | Northampton

Are you a Purchasing Manager with experience in a fast-paced telecommunications or product-led manufacturing environment, and confident using Sage?

We're working with a well-established business in Northampton looking for someone to take ownership of site purchasing, driving supplier performance, cost reduction and material availability.

This is a hands-on role with real ownership and visibility across the business.

How will you make a difference?

* Lead and implement purchasing strategies aligned to business goals

* Source telecoms components, electronics, fibre and plastics globally

* Manage supplier relationships, performance, quality and delivery

* Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms

* Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement

* Ensure material availability while optimising stock levels

* Support forecasting and demand planning with internal teams

* Oversee purchase orders and ensure compliance

* Manage supplier risk and contingency planning

* Support new product development and engineering change activity

* Lead stock control and coordinate stock takes

* Provide reporting and input into budgeting

What do we want to know about you?

* Proven experience in a Purchasing Manager or senior procurement role

* Background in telecommunications, electronics or similar environment

* Experience sourcing from UK, Europe and the Far East

* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills

* Proficiency in Sage (essential) and ERP systems

* Commercially aware with a focus on cost and performance

* Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment