Buyer

About Your New Employer

• Join a leading company recognized for its strong company culture and commitment to professional integrity.
• Be part of a dynamic team delivering excellence in procurement and supply chain management within a manufacturing context.
• Benefit from a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and the adoption of best practices in supply chain processes.

About Your New Job

• As the Buyer, you will be directly responsible for the procurement of both direct and indirect supplies and services, ensuring scheduling and delivery management for all suppliers within your remit.
• You will manage all supplier accounts assigned to you, including issuing RFQs, placing POs, expediting as necessary, handling non-conformances and returns, and organizing supplier deliveries.
• You will proactively seek alternative suppliers and sources to avoid supply disruptions, reduce costs, and ensure the continuity of supply.
• You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and keep them updated, participate in production and scheduling meetings, and contribute to cost-saving initiatives across the business.
• You will oversee maintenance and data integrity of the ERP and purchasing systems, identifying requirements and taking corrective action as necessary.
• You will participate in supplier audits and benchmarking activities, support process improvement initiatives, and act as a representative of the company in all supplier interactions.

What Skills You Need

• Minimum 3-5 years’ relevant purchasing experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Fluent English – both written and spoken.
• I.P.I.C.S. training preferred.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and proactively with both suppliers and internal teams.
• Experience managing ERP or supply chain software and a keen eye for data integrity and process improvement.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for training, continuous professional development, and career progression.
• Work in a forward-thinking and supportive environment with a team dedicated to best-in-class supply chain operations.

What's Next

Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now" button or call me for a confidential discussion. If this job isn’t quite right but you’re interested in similar opportunities, please get in touch – we have multiple permanent and contract jobs available.