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Senior Operational Buyer

Hybrid | Bristol, UK

We're looking for an experienced Senior Operational Buyer to help secure a reliable, sustainable supply of raw materials and keep production running smoothly. This is a hands-on role where you'll influence supplier performance, improve buying processes, and support a high-performing procurement team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Reporting into a senior supply chain leader, you'll play a key role in strengthening operational buying capabilities and ensuring purchasing activity aligns with business priorities.

What you'll be doing

Manage the procurement of raw materials to meet production schedules and demand

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating terms and monitoring performance across cost, quality, and delivery

Work closely with planning, production, and commercial teams to align purchasing with business goals

Drive continuous improvement across operational buying processes and systems

Coach and support Buyers, sharing best practice and developing team capability

Produce and analyse supply chain KPIs to improve service levels and inventory performance

What we're looking for

We're keen to hear from candidates with a mix of experience and perspectives - even if you don't tick every box.

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels

Excellent planning, organisational, and time management capabilities

Analytical mindset with a structured approach to problem solving

Confident communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Comfortable operating in a complex, fast-moving environment

Proven ability to build trusted relationships with suppliers and internal teams

High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Commercial awareness and sound judgement when balancing technical and business priorities

What's on offer

A culture built on trust, accountability, and collaboration

Ongoing learning and clear career development opportunities

A people-driven, innovative environment

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Strong focus on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance

Location & working pattern

This role offers hybrid working, combining remote work with time on site in Bristol, UK