XCL Group are working with a busy growing client who are looking for an experienced individual to join the company as an experienced Purchasing Manager. Past experience working within a similar role would be essential as this will come with the responsibility of ensuring that the flow of products and supplies is continuous and running to optimum efficiency. It s a great opportunity to take on a busy role working with like minded people in the supply chain department. Job Responsibilities Managing the purchasing of all raw materials used for the production lines and maintaining stock levels of key products. Overseeing a purchasing budget of circa £35M annually and ensuring all targets are met. Regular stock takes and compiling reports for quarterly meetings. Monitoring of stock in satellite warehouses and organising logistics to ensure the steady supply of materials Always to the highest levels of health and safety guidelines and ISO 9001 standards. Reciprocating the costings and producing a bill of materials to support the sales team and ensuring that stock levels support the production plans to meet forecasts on the production plans. Where possible passing on knowledge and helping with the development of others in the purchasing team. Reviewing costings and SLA s on a regular basis to ensure that quality is maintained and where possible costs are reduced. Job Requirements Past experience within a Purchasing Managers role is required. Polymer / Compound / Chemical ..... full job details .....