Purchasing Team Leader

We are looking to recruit for a Purchasing Team leader for an initial 12-month period .
The role is responsible for the coordination of the purchasing team and relevant activities.
Duties Support the development and delivery of procurement function Monitoring and forecasting inventory, determining purchasing needs and identify costs You will ensure the smooth operations whilst promotion collaboration with internal departments and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
Implement key performance metrics and reports for key stakeholder's review Assist commercial negotiations with suppliers Monitor supplier's performance and competitiveness through relevant KPI's Expedite orders and maintain up-to-date delivery requirements Identifying cost-saving opportunities Hands on and positive approach to problem solving Overseeing daily activities of the purchasing department, including delegating tasks and supervising teams Skills: Experience of commercial negotiation and international supply chain.
Understanding Manufacturing production and processes Ability to lead a small team Ability to prioritise tasks Attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication Benefits : 25 days annual leave including Xmas closure period, plus bank holidays.
Annual leave purchase scheme to add up to 5 extra leave days.
Generous contributory pension scheme where company will double contributions of up to 8% via salary exchange.
Life assurance benefit of 5 times previous years P60 earnings.
Eligibility to join and participate in the Group share save scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme.
On site Occupation Health support.