Purchasing Team Leader
CDM Recruitment Ltd - Engineering & Manufacturing Specialists · Newcastle upon Tyne, England ·
Purchasing Team Leader (Fixed-Term Contract to Christmas 2026) North East Up to £32,000 Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm CDM Recruitment is working with a well-established engineering and industrial services business to recruit a Purchasing Team Leader on a fixed-term contract until Christmas 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buyer, Purchasing Coordinator or Procurement professional looking to step into a leadership role, managing a small purchasing team within a busy engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a small Purchasing team. Manage purchasing activities for materials, equipment and services. Expedite supplier orders and maintain strong supplier relationships. Coordinate with engineering and operational teams to meet project deadlines.
Monitor stock levels and purchasing compliance. Drive process improvements and identify cost-saving opportunities.
What We're Looking For
Experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Buying or Supply Chain. Background within engineering, manufacturing, industrial services or a similar technical environment. Strong communication, organisational and IT skills. Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is advantageous but not essential.
If you're looking for your next challenge in a hands-on purchasing leadership role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply via LinkedIn or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.