Are you a skilled Purchasing Manager looking for a role where you can make a real impact? Join a thriving manufacturing company based in Chichester and take charge of supplier negotiations, procurement strategies, and cost-effective purchasing solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining quality, optimising costs, and building strong supplier relationships.

As a Purchasing Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

* Negotiating contracts to secure the best value while maintaining high product quality

* Fostering strong supplier relationships, resolving challenges proactively

* Managing purchase orders and maintaining accurate records of goods ordered and received

* Tracking supplier performance to ensure timely material delivery

* Developing and maintaining supplier agreements to drive efficiency and cost savings

Requirements:

* Proven experience in procurement and supplier management

* Strong negotiation and people management skills

* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

* Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive approach

Benefits:

* Free onsite parking

* 31 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

* Healthcare and life insurance cover

* Company events

This is a full time permanent position based in Chichester working Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm on an annual salary of £50,000.

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy