Contracts / Purchasing Manager

My client is currently seeking a Contracts/Purchasing Manager to manage a 6 people team. The chosen candidate will be excited about helping to drive new initiatives and negotiate commercially profitable contracts and manage and develop our products.

Contracts/Purchasing Manager Responsibilities:

*Negotiate contractual agreements with suppliers to ensure the best possible commercial terms.
Maximise sales opportunities by constantly sourcing promotions and early booking offers.
*Understand and analyse the competitive market.
*Research product opportunities and explore new commercial opportunities as directed by head of commercial.
*Identifying new regions and explore relationships with potential suppliers.
*Review product on a regular basis to control and ensure the product quality is maintained.
*Analyse competitor pricing.
*Liaise with suppliers regarding operational, complaints, quality and health & safety issues.
*Maintain existing supplier relationships through regular contact and dialogue.

Contracts/Purchasing Manager Skills & Experience:

*Must possess strong negotiation skills.
*The ability to build up excellent working relationships with suppliers.
*Astute commercially awareness.
*Three years previous experience in a Contracting within the Travel industry would be an advantage.

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