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As an Operational Buyer at your main job is to buy the right parts and materials the company needs to build its machines—on time, at the right price, and with good quality.This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced, innovative environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and services that support both production and business operations.
Operational Buyer – Manufacturing & Engineering
Location: Staffordshire
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Robert Walters is proud to be partnering with a leading global manufacturer in the construction and engineering sector, currently seeking an Operational Buyer to join their dynamic procurement team based in Uttoxeter.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced, innovative environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and services that support both production and business operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage day-to-day purchasing activities to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand operational requirements and align procurement strategies.
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating pricing and terms to maximise value.
* Support new product introductions by contributing to supplier selection and sourcing strategies.
* Drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and supply chain performance.
* Contribute to value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) initiatives alongside engineering teams.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
* Strong negotiation and communication skills.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving setting.
* A proactive, collaborative approach with a willingness to learn and grow.
What’s On Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays).
* Up to 10% employer pension contribution.
* Access to onsite facilities including gym, healthcare services, and wellbeing support.
* Employee discount schemes and green travel incentives.
This is more than just a purchasing role, its a chance to be part of a forward-thinking organisation where your ideas and contributions will help shape the future of procurement.
Interested? Apply now or contact us directly!
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
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