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Are you an experienced Buyer looking to join a global manufacturing organisation where you can influence purchasing strategy, build supplier partnerships and drive cost, quality and delivery performance?DENSO is a global leader in advanced automotive technology, systems and components, employing around 130,000 associates worldwide. At DENSO Marston Ltd in Shipley, West Yorkshire, we design and manufacture high-performance heat exchange units and cooling modules for leading OEMs across the off-highway construction, agricultural and engine power sectors.Reporting to the Purchasing Assistant Manager, you will support the delivery of the company's purchasing strategy while achieving key performance indicators and cost reduction targets. You will develop and manage supplier relationships, negotiate commercial agreements, support new product introduction projects and work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams to deliver best value.Working Hours & Benefits MondayThursday: 8.30am 5.00pmFriday: 8.30am 1.30pm25 days holiday plus bank holidaysPension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)Life assurance (4x salary)Permanent Health InsuranceKey Responsibilities Build and develop strong supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, contracts and quotations.Lead supplier meetings to improve cost, quality, delivery and service performance.Identify, evaluate and onboard new global suppliers.Support new product development, engineering changes and strategic sourcing activities.Develop and implement commodity purchasing strategies.Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Produce purchasing and supplier performance reports for management.Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver purchasing objectives.What We're Looking For 35+ years' purchasing experience, ideally within manufacturing.Strong negotiation, commercial and supplier management skills.Knowledge of contract management and ideally 'should cost' techniques.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Able to influence at all levels, including senior management and suppliers.Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Commercially focused with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects.Preferred Qualifications Degree or HND calibre.CIPS qualified or currently studying towards CIPS.Experience managing purchasing projects and supplier development.TPBN1_UKTJ

Principal Recruitment Consultant Leeds (LS1) - Hybrid / Commutable Up to £35,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance Uncapped Commission | Agile Working Capex Recruitment in Manufacturing - Build Your Desk in a Growing Market Are you an experienced 360 Recruitment Consultant looking for greater earning potential, more autonomy, and the opportunity to develop a specialist desk within engineering and manufacturing? We're expanding our presence within Capex-led manufacturing projects - a sector driven by ongoing industrial investment across production upgrades, plant expansion and infrastructure development. This is a market with strong long-term demand for specialist talent, where project cycles and capital investment continue to generate consistent recruitment activity. We're looking for a recruiter who wants to take ownership of this space and build a long-term desk within a developing area of the business. Why This Opportunity? You'll be joining a growing team within Capex-led manufacturing projects, led by a highly experienced Manager with a strong track record of building successful recruitment teams across technical and engineering markets. Unlike fully established desks, this opportunity sits in a developing part of the business. That means you won't be inheriting a saturated market; you'll be helping shape and grow the desk as the sector evolves. From day one, you'll be building your own client relationships while operating within an environment that already understands how to win in engineering recruitment. You'll have the structure, support and leadership in place - but the opportunity to define your own market presence. A Market Built on Capital Investment Capex manufacturing projects sit at the centre of long-term industrial investment strategies, covering plant upgrades, production expansion and large-scale engineering programmes. This creates a recruitment environment driven by: • Long-term project lifecycles, • High-value technical hiring, • Repeat client demand, • Ongoing capital investment For recruiters, this means fewer transactional placements and more sustained, relationship-led business with major manufacturing organisations. Leadership & Environment You'll report directly into a Manager with extensive experience in engineering and technical recruitment, known for building high-performing teams and developing consultants into strong billers. This is a performance-led environment with clear expectations and high standards, balanced by strong day-to-day support and guidance. The focus is on enabling consultants to operate independently while giving them the commercial backing to succeed. Platform & Support As part of an established engineering recruitment business, you'll have access to full central support functions including Finance, Compliance, Marketing, HR, Internal Recruitment, Health & Safety, Fleet and IT. You'll also benefit from investment in sourcing tools, CRM systems and recruitment technology designed to support delivery in specialist markets. This infrastructure allows you to focus on client development, candidate delivery and building a sustainable desk. What We're Looking For We're looking for an experienced 360 Recruitment Consultant with a background in engineering, technical or specialist markets. You'll be commercially driven, confident developing new business and comfortable working in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment. Manufacturing or industrial recruitment experience is beneficial but not essential , the key requirement is the ability to build relationships and grow a desk within a specialist market. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation JBRP1_UKTJ

Experience as a Sourcing Manager, Procurement Manager, or Category Manager. As a Sourcing Manager, you'll lead end-to-end sourcing projects, working closely with stakeholders to identify efficiencies, drive commercial outcomes, and strengthen supplier relationships. Sourcing Manager - IT & Indirect

Procurement professional sought for a food manufacturing company to source ingredients for new products, cost savings, and re-sourcing projects, involving negotiation, supplier strategy, and project management.

The Sourcing Manager will lead complex contract changes, drive novations, and ensure business continuity across UK and European operations.

Our client, a leading engineering business in Bradford are looking to recruit a Procurement Lead to join the business on a permanent basis as part of planned business growth. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and developing the purchasing function within the business to support long term business growth strategy. This role would suit a purchasing professional who has worked in a lead role with strong relationship building skills and a proven background in successful negotiations with key suppliers. Successful candidates will be operating with a busy, fast paced environment, installing Mechanical/ Electrical equipment across the UK. Candidates must be commercially focused with good financial acumen. Candidate will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Project Management, Finance, and key suppliers to ensure procurement delivers maximum value while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and service. Candidates will ideally be educated to Degree standard and be a full CIPS Member with a demonstrable background within a lead role with a thorough understanding of supply chain. Hours: Monday – Friday 0830 – 1700 Responsibilities include the following: ·Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company's operational and commercial objectives. ·Lead the full procurement lifecycle, including supplier sourcing, tendering, quotation analysis, negotiations, purchase order management, and contract administration. ·Source specialist equipment, materials, and subcontracted services for fuel storage, fuel management, engineering, and construction projects. ·Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with UK and international suppliers. ·Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, warranties, service agreements, and commercial terms to achieve best value. ·Monitor supplier performance through agreed KPIs, conducting regular supplier reviews and implementing improvement plans where required. ·Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Warehouse, Finance, and Project Managers to ensure materials and services are delivered on time and within budget. ·Identify opportunities to reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality, safety, and operational performance. ·Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures, contractual obligations, health and safety requirements, and relevant UK legislation. ·Proactively manage procurement risks, including supplier performance, market fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions. ·Produce procurement reports, spend analysis, supplier performance metrics, and budget forecasts for senior management. ·Support inventory planning and stock optimisation to minimise waste while ensuring operational readiness. ·Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and supplier performance. ·Mentor and support procurement team members and contribute to the development of best practice across the business. Qualifications/ experience Qualified to Degree Level in a relevant discipline Full Member of CIPS Proven working experience as a Purchasing Manager / Senior Buyer Strong leadership experience Experience of leading and delivering purchasing strategies Experience improving vendor performance, specifically around quality & delivery metrics Experience of negotiating complex framework agreements and contracts Experience of gathering and analysing data whilst performing cost analysis and benchmarking Note: This vacancy is being advertised by Complete Talent Services Ltd who are acting as an Employment Business

Are you an experienced Buyer looking to join a global manufacturing organisation where you can influence purchasing strategy, build supplier partnerships and drive cost, quality and delivery performance? DENSO is a global leader in advanced automotive technology, systems and components, employing around 130,000 associates worldwide. At DENSO Marston Ltd in Shipley, West Yorkshire, we design and manufacture high-performance heat exchange units and cooling modules for leading OEMs across the off-highway construction, agricultural and engine power sectors. Reporting to the Purchasing Assistant Manager, you will support the delivery of the company's purchasing strategy while achieving key performance indicators and cost reduction targets. You will develop and manage supplier relationships, negotiate commercial agreements, support new product introduction projects and work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams to deliver best value. Working Hours & Benefits Monday–Thursday: 8.30am – 5.00pm Friday: 8.30am – 1.30pm 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution) Life assurance (4x salary) Permanent Health InsuranceKey Responsibilities Build and develop strong supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, contracts and quotations. Lead supplier meetings to improve cost, quality, delivery and service performance. Identify, evaluate and onboard new global suppliers. Support new product development, engineering changes and strategic sourcing activities. Develop and implement commodity purchasing strategies. Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Produce purchasing and supplier performance reports for management. Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver purchasing objectives.What We're Looking For 3–5+ years' purchasing experience, ideally within manufacturing. Strong negotiation, commercial and supplier management skills. Knowledge of contract management and ideally 'should cost' techniques. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Able to influence at all levels, including senior management and suppliers. Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Commercially focused with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects.Preferred Qualifications Degree or HND calibre. CIPS qualified or currently studying towards CIPS. Experience managing purchasing projects and supplier development

A rare opportunity to take full commercial ownership of a fresh produce category within a major UK grocery retail environment. Trading Manager - Fruit / Fresh Produce Yorkshire area Permanent Hybrid/onsite pattern: on-site four days per week Package: c.£55,000-£65,000 depending on experience + £5.7k cash allowance + bonus + benefits The Opportunity We're supporting a major UK grocery retailer with multiple Trading Manager vacancies across fresh fruit / produce categories. These are broad category ownership roles, covering the retail proposition, procurement strategy, supplier base, commercial performance and seasonal trading across key produce areas. You will be responsible for how your category performs commercially, how it is positioned for customers, how suppliers are selected and managed, and how seasonal movement, availability, quality, margin and price competitiveness are balanced. The core roles sit across fresh fruit categories, with scope varying by category area. One role may also include retail-side responsibility for a related seasonal grocery category, working closely with a separate specialist procurement team. This is a fast-paced, commercial role where decisions matter quickly. You will work closely with retail, procurement, supplier and grower-facing teams to keep the customer proposition and supply strategy joined up. Key Responsibilities Own the commercial performance of a fresh produce category, balancing sales, margin, availability, value and customer quality. Build and deliver category plans across range, pricing, promotions, supplier base and seasonal trading. Shape the procurement approach and supplier strategy for your core produce category. Manage seasonal plans, crop transitions, commodity movement and supply risk. Work closely with internal teams, suppliers and growers to make joined-up trading decisions. Use sales, margin, SKU and supplier data to identify opportunities and improve category performance. What We're Looking For You'll need a strong commercial background in fresh produce, fresh food, grocery trading, buying, procurement or fast-moving short-shelf-life categories. Fresh produce experience would be ideal, but the client is open to people coming from either the supplier side or retail side. You do not need to have done both from day one if you have the commercial judgement, pace and curiosity to learn the missing side. This could suit someone with experience as a Trading Manager, Buying Manager, Category Buyer, Commercial Manager, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Produce Buyer or supplier-side Commercial Manager. You're likely to do well here if you enjoy pace, numbers, supplier conversations, seasonal complexity and taking ownership of commercial decisions. Why Join? This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants more than a narrow buying or procurement role. You'll have real ownership of a visible fresh produce category, with direct influence over retail performance, supplier strategy, customer value and seasonal execution. The role also offers meaningful exposure to growers, suppliers and international sourcing markets, with overseas travel expected around four to six times per year depending on category. The package includes salary, bonus, cash allowance and a strong wider benefits offering. If you're interested in learning more, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation