Walker Cole International is searching for a Buyer to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing business in the East of England. Your responsibilities as a Procurement Manager will be: * Planning&Inventory Management: Ensure a robust raw material supply chain with optimal stock levels, maintain ERP data, and support quality issue resolution. * Purchasing&Supplier Management: Procure raw materials based on MRP, negotiate pricing and terms, manage supplier relationships, assess risks, and support supplier audits. * Process Improvement&Compliance: Drive continuous improvement in raw material supply, assist with regulatory documentation, and support procurement strategy. * Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with NPD, QA, and manufacturing teams, manage supplier performance data, facilitate stock transfers, and approve invoices. To be a successful candidate for the Procurement Manager you will have: * BSc/MSc in relevant subject (Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science). * Proven experience in Procurement. * Industry experience in Pharmaceuticals or Medical Devices. * Use of ERP based purchasing