Your new company

My client is seeking a proactive Buyer to join a fast‑paced manufacturing and supply chain environment. The role focusses on sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials and services to support operational delivery, cost control, and supplier performance. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and suppliers, using ERP/MRP systems to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

Your new role

• Raise and manage purchase orders end‑to‑end using an ERP system, ensuring accuracy, acknowledgements, and delivery alignment.

• Maintain high-quality procurement data (lead times, MOQs, open orders) to support planning, reporting, and decision-making.

• Build strong supplier relationships, managing performance, risk, cost, quality, delivery, and year-on-year savings.

• Support inventory planning and purchasing strategies to balance availability and stock control.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across production, warehouse, planning, engineering, and supply chain.

• Contribute to operational excellence through KPI tracking and supplier performance reviews.

What you'll need to succeed

• 2+ years’ experience in procurement (direct and/or indirect)

• Background in a manufacturing or regulated environment preferred (electronics experience advantageous).

• Confident in using ERP/MRP systems; strong Excel and Office 365 skills essential.

• Commercially aware, analytical, and detail‑focused, with strong negotiation skills.

• Comfortable working cross‑functionally and adapting to changing priorities.

• Results‑driven, organised, resilient, and keen to develop within a growing business.
  
  

What you'll get in return

You’ll join a collaborative procurement function within a well-structured organisation, with opportunities to develop your commercial expertise, influence supplier strategy, and contribute to continuous improvement in procurement practices.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.