As the Purchasing Manager for our cosmetics client - a newly created role within a newly created team - you will sit within Supply Chain and be responsible for the creation and optimisation of the end-to-end purchase order process for all brands, categories, and suppliers.You'll be managing a team of initially 2 and eventually 5 Purchasing Analysts, working with a mixture of local and overseas manufacturers supplying finished goods, components, and packaging across cosmetics, beauty, health, and wellness.You will have experience in:Developing reports and dashboards that track supplier performance from a purchasing viewpointWorking with broader Procurement teams - in particular Category Management and Quality - to resolve supplier performance and compliance issuesEnsuring that all PO's are being raised in the ERP system in a timely mannerEnsuring that all PO's are being properly tracked and maintained throughout their PO life cycleEnsuring any issue or delay regarding payment/deposit, raw goods, ingredients, production or transportation are resolved appropriately, with no to minimal impact to the businessEnsuring that master data - including but not limited to lead times, production minimums, price breaks, key contacts - within the ERP is always complete and accurateLead a coach a team that has high attention to detiail and will autonomously resolve issues that arise.The successful candidate will want to work in a fast paced and ever changing environment. You will be supported to do your role and play a pivotal part in the company's success. You will be able to demonstrate:A solid understanding of procurement processes, supply chain management, and inventory controlStrong attention to detail and an aptitude to follow systematic approach/processes.Demonstrated ability to lead and drive performanceHigh-energy self-starter as well as collaborative team player.Proven ability to effectively communicate cross-functionally internally and with customers.Excellent time management and the ability to meet deadlines.Strong NetSuite / ERP experienceHigh Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.Ideally a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Business, or relevant experienceYou will ideally also have:Previous experience in Purchasing, Replenishment or Planning within a supply chain or logistics environment highly regarded, preferably in an FMCG manufacturing capacityExperience leading a small team