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We are excited to be working with a well-established and successful company with a fantastic reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Buyer to join their small, friendly team.

If you're passionate about procurement, enjoy working in a supportive environment, and want a role where your contribution truly makes a difference - this could be your next great move!

Key responsibilities of the Buyer

* Raising and managing purchase orders and call-off orders

* Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve best value

* Dealing with production shortages and running shortage meetings to resolve issues quickly

* Preparing and presenting weekly KPI reports on purchase order status and supplier performance

* Maintaining accurate data within SAP and MRP systems

* Monitoring and reporting on KPIs to track supplier and cost performance

* Scheduling orders to align with production timelines

* Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships

* Identifying cost savings and process improvement opportunities

Skills and experience required of the Buyer

* Minimum 2 years' experience in a buying or procurement role (manufacturing or production preferred)

* Enthusiastic, proactive, and detail-oriented

* Knowledge of SAP and MRP systems

* Excellent communication and negotiation skills

* A relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Business desirable (CIPS advantageous)

Benefits

* 23 days' holiday + bank holidays

* Christmas shutdown

* Life assurance (after probation)

* Access to the Help at Hand app (after probation)

* Regular social events and gatherings

* Free onsite parking

* Supportive, friendly working environment

* Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Only suitable candidates will be directly contacted about this position, and we will not store or process the data of candidates in any way unless consent has been obtained