Supply Chain and Purchasing Manager A growing manufacturing business is looking to appoint a Supply Chain and Purchasing Manager to strengthen and develop its operational supply chain function.This is an opportunity for a commercially minded supply chain professional who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and wants to have real influence over how processes develop as the organisation continues to expand.You will work closely with operational teams to ensure materials, services and supplier activity support business requirements, while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, resilience and cost control.The OpportunityThis role will provide ownership across a broad range of supply chain activities, including:Developing effective working relationships with key suppliers and external partnersSupporting commercial negotiations and identifying opportunities to improve valueReviewing current ways of working and introducing practical improvementsHelping to improve visibility and control across materials, purchasing and operational requirementsSupporting continuity of supply by anticipating potential issues and resolving challenges quicklyWorking alongside internal teams to improve communication, planning and coordinationSupporting the management of external service providers and logistics activityContributing to projects that improve operational performance and support future growthAbout YouYou will be an experienced supply chain or procurement professional who is comf