Purchasing Manager

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Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is the world leader in surface and form metrology and developed the first Roundness and Surface Finish measuring instruments.

We provide contact and non-contact measurement solutions for the most demanding applications on a global basis, with a worldwide infrastructure to support our clients; we are a truly global ultra-precision metrology company.

We are pioneers, continually developing our products to meet the ever-increasing demands of next generation technologies, particularly in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies.

Taylor Hobson's world leading brands include: Talyrond®, Form Talysurf® PGI, Form Talysurf® i-Series, Surtronic®, LUPHOScan, Formalysurf® PGI Optics, Talyvel®, Autocollimators, Micro-Alignment Telescope and AMECare.

Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc. which is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $7 billion.

Website: www.taylor-hobson.com

Position Summary

We are looking for a Purchasing Manager to manage and develop a Procurement Team to achieve the company's Operational targets whilst ensuring that the Day to Day activities are achieved in line with Operational expectations.

To provide expertise in Global Sourcing, Supplier Management & Cost reduction whilst delivering, & deploying, best in class practices associated to Supply Chain & Process Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal delivery of supplier material.
• Achieve and report on Year-on-Year Cost reduction in addition to critical period BU & Group Procurement Reporting.
• Drive Managed Inventory Reduction & Working Capital Improvements.
• Supplier negotiation and performance improvement.
• Undertake Tactical Purchasing activities as required by the business such as expediting, placing orders, maintaining production output, address quality issues and invoice queries.
• Implement & Drive Strategic Purchasing Initiatives implementing appropriate strategies in line with business needs & objectives.
• Undertake supply market and supply chain analysis for all portfolio of expenditure to reduce cost and optimise added value.
• Identify and monitor Risk and Vulnerability affecting the key categories.
• Develop and negotiate supply agreements / service level agreements / contracts.
• Drive continuous improvement within the Supply Chain and Internal Processes to support Best Practice
• Where supply issues are identified work with the supply chain, manufacturing engineers, product managers and engineers to find a solution.
• Source new products and encourage innovation within the supply chain.
• Ensure that processes and procedures are adhered too in line with Business Unit requirements.
• Analyse technical data, designs, specifications, manufacturing limitations and supplier capabilities.
• Interpreting technical drawings and component requirements.
• Support internal initiatives on Product Development and New Product Implementation

Experience/Qualifications

• Experience in People and Process Management.
• Understand Global Cost Drives together with their cause and effect.
• Come from a fast-paced Manufacturing/Engineering Supply Chain role.
• Engineering/Technical background - Understand technical drawings, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Have strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal & influencing skills.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Be analytical, numerically astute with strong proven problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving techniques.
• Organised - able to document, handle, prioritise and deal with a high volume of projects and tasks.
• Experience in writing and interpreting contract documents.
• Commodity / Category Management Experience in a Similar Industry / Manufacturing Environment.
• Full Driving license & Willingness to Travel.
• CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Chain)
• Contract Law (Commercial)
• 5 years in a similar role

Desirable Skills
• IT - MS Navision ERP System.
• Project Management Skills.
• Experience in Global Sourcing and Supply Chains.
• Advanced Purchasing Techniques.
• Background &/or Technical Understanding of Electronics / Hardware / Proprietary Manufactured Components.

Required Personal Attributes
• Proactive "Can Do" attitude.
• Strong negotiation and teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate at all levels in a clear professional and concise manner.
• A willingness to question, understand & challenge both Product and Process for improvement and gain.
• Creative and Analytical

What Taylor Hobson offer you:

• A fun, relaxed and supportive working environment.
• 1pm Friday finish.
• Competitive salary and 25 days holiday including Christmas.
• Fantastic and supportive onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Taylor Hobson.
• Generous matched pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Option to join private health plan.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• We are invested in developing your skills and will promote and encourage progression through the business.
• Mentoring and guidance for accreditation.
• Opportunity to get involved with charity and fundraising, which we are passionate about.
• Sports and Social Club - fun events and activities throughout the year including Christmas party.
• Perkbox - our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees.
• Employee referral scheme of £1000
• Cycle to work scheme.
• An inclusive workforce.
• Free onsite parking, electric charging points and easy access to the city centre.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.