Buyer

Buyer / Procurement Officer / Senior Buyer
Permanent | Full-Time
Competitive Salary + Benefits

Buyer – Manufacturing / Engineering

An established and growing manufacturing and engineering business is seeking an experienced Buyer to join its procurement team. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this role will act as the number two within the department and will support the delivery of an efficient, cost-effective and strategic procurement function.

This position would suit a commercially aware Buyer / Procurement Officer / Senior Buyer with experience purchasing components, materials and parts within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-end procurement of parts, components and materials
• Strategic and operational purchasing to support production and MRP schedules
• Supplier sourcing, onboarding and supplier relationship management (SRM)
• Price negotiation, cost analysis and cost reduction initiatives
• Raising and expediting purchase orders (POs)
• Inventory control and stock level optimisation
• Supporting supply chain management activities
• Managing import and export documentation, customs compliance and Incoterms
• Liaising with freight forwarders and third-party logistics providers
• Monitoring supplier performance, OTIF and KPI reporting
• Supporting forecasting, planning and demand management

Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a Buyer / Procurement Officer / Supply Chain Buyer
• Background in manufacturing, engineering or industrial environments
• Experience purchasing components, parts and materials.
• Knowledge of import/export procedures, customs documentation and freight processes
• Experience using ERP / MRP systems
• Strong negotiation, supplier management and commercial skills
• Understanding of supply chain, inventory management and production planning

Desirable:

• CIPS qualification (or working towards)
• Experience within SME or medium-sized manufacturing businesses
• Exposure to international supply chains

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Career progression opportunities
• Stable and growing business
• Varied and autonomous procurement role
• Supportive team environment

If you are an experienced Buyer looking to progress your career within a dynamic manufacturing business and take on a key role supporting the Purchasing Manager, please apply today.

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