W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions based in Gainsborough. The business supplies innovative, sustainable products to customers across the UK and international markets, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to support procurement activities across its operations. This is a key role within the Supply Chain team, responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the cost-effective and timely procurement of raw materials and services.
The Role
The successful candidate will play an important part in managing procurement activities, ensuring that materials and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with production and business requirements while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
Working closely with Production, Planning, Finance, and Warehouse teams, the Purchasing Manager will help ensure continuity of supply, manage supplier performance, and support continuous improvement within the procurement function.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver purchasing strategies aligned to business objectives
- Source raw materials and services in a cost-effective, timely manner
- Build and manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of pricing and contracts
- Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery metrics
- Identify and onboard new suppliers to support growth and mitigate risk
- Collaborate with Production, Planning, Sales, and Finance to ensure material availability and cost control
- Manage purchase orders and maintain accurate data within ERP systems
- Analyse market trends, forecasts, and spend data to support decision-making and cost reduction
- Drive standardisation and continuous improvement across procurement processes, including SOP development
- Lead and develop purchasing teams, fostering a high-performance and continuous improvement culture
- Manage inventory levels, stock agreements, and allocation to optimise working capital
- Support new product launches and strategic materials planning, including film management
- Deliver cost-saving initiatives and contribute to group-wide procurement strategies and contracts
- Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards
- Build strong supplier partnerships to drive innovation, performance, and long-term value
Key Requirements
- Proven experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of sourcing, supplier management, and negotiation techniques.
- MCIPS qualification or working towards.
- Good knowledge of inventory management and production planning processes.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Experience using ERP or procurement systems.
- Proactive, reliable, and demonstrates a strong "can-do" attitude.
Salary & Benefits
A competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 plus a company car and benefits package is on offer.
The role is based in Gainsborough and offers the opportunity to join a growing and innovative manufacturing business, where you can play a key role in driving procurement efficiency and supporting a resilient and cost-effective supply chain.