We are working with a global client seeking an experienced Buyer who will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of procurement activities. This role is highly operational, focused on order book management, expediting, supplier follow-up, and delivery performance.
This is a full-time office-based position, and your working hours will be Monday to Thursday 08:00 and 16:30 and Friday, 08:00 and 13:30.
Key Responsibilities of the Buyer
* Create, place, and maintain purchase orders in line with MRP/planning signals
* Manage open order books and ensure accuracy of quantities, prices, and delivery dates
* Maintain ERP data integrity (confirmations, lead times, due dates)
* Proactively chase suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
* Expedite critical orders and resolve shortages or delivery risks
* Escalate supply issues internally and externally where required
* Communicate clear recovery plans for late or at-risk deliveries
* Track supplier delivery performance (OTD / OTIF)
* Maintain and update supplier scorecards
* Support supplier performance reviews with data and insights (this will require occasional travel nationally and internationally)
* Follow up corrective actions with underperforming suppliers
* Support shortage management meetings and daily/weekly reviews
* Communicate supply risks clearly and early to stakeholders
* Identify recurring supply issues and support root-cause analysis
* Contribute to process improvements in purchasing and supplier management
Skills & Experience Required of the Buyer
* Experience in a procurement, buying, or supply chain role
* Strong experience with order management and supplier expediting
* Confident communicator with suppliers and internal stakeholders
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
* Ability to prioritise in a fast-paced, operational environment
Personal Attributes of the Buyer
* Persistent and resilient — comfortable chasing and following up
* Proactive problem-solver
* Calm under pressure
* Data-driven and process-oriented
* Team player with a “get it done” mindset
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays); Salary sacrifice holiday; purchase; Pension – the company matches the employee contribution up to 6% (4% is the minimum the employee can contribute); Quarterly bonus – up to £400 per quarter; Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme; Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work scheme
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