Job type
PermanentLocation
BelfastWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
ProcurementIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
Competitive
Buyer
Your new company
Hays are partnering with a leading global manufacturer to recruit for a Buyer to join their team. This organisation offers a collaborative, innovative environment where inclusion and diversity are at the heart of their culture.
Your new role
What you'll need to succeed
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 on your career.
Hays are partnering with a leading global manufacturer to recruit for a Buyer to join their team. This organisation offers a collaborative, innovative environment where inclusion and diversity are at the heart of their culture.
Your new role
You will be responsible for ensuring all goods, supplies, and inventory required for business operations are ordered and maintained.
Key duties include:
- Controlling inventory levels and costs
- Managing vendor relationships
- Overseeing supply chain risk and performance.
You will support new product implementation, lead sustainability initiatives within procurement, and negotiate contracts to secure advantageous terms. Additionally, you will participate in supplier selection, conduct due diligence, and drive cost-saving projects across the business.
Key duties include:
- Controlling inventory levels and costs
- Managing vendor relationships
- Overseeing supply chain risk and performance.
You will support new product implementation, lead sustainability initiatives within procurement, and negotiate contracts to secure advantageous terms. Additionally, you will participate in supplier selection, conduct due diligence, and drive cost-saving projects across the business.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in a manufacturing setting
- Knowledge of sourcing for electronics and metal components
- Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement tools
- Strong vendor and contract management skills
- Ability to analyse data and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Excellent planning and organisational abilities
- A proactive, solution-focused approach with strong attention to detail
- Commercial awareness and financial acumen
- CIPS qualification is desirable but not essential.
- A structured Monday–Friday schedule (37.5 hours per week)
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including:
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
- Pension contributions
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance and tuition assistance
- Enhanced parental leave
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development
- A culture that champions inclusion, teamwork, and continuous improvement
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 on your career.
