Buyer

Buyer
Redditch
Full-Time, Permanent

An established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced Buyer to join its supply chain team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive procurement professional to take ownership of supplier relationships and play a key role in supporting business operations.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end purchasing process, ensuring the timely and cost-effective supply of materials and services. Working closely with internal teams, you will help drive efficiency, maintain supplier performance, and support overall operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders in line with business requirements
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Monitor supplier performance and address any delivery or quality issues
• Proactively expedite orders to ensure continuity of supply
• Support cost reduction initiatives through negotiation and supplier benchmarking
• Work cross-functionally to ensure effective coordination across departments
• Ensure accurate data management within internal systems

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a Buyer / Purchasing role
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Experience working with ERP or similar systems
• Good organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for development and progression

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.