Junior Buyer
Location: Manchester (southwest)
Working Pattern: Onsite, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £35,000 + benefits
The Opportunity
We're supporting a fast-growing manufacturing business to recruit a Junior Buyer into a brand new role created through continued expansion within their FMCG division.
Based at a newly developed manufacturing facility, this is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their procurement or supply chain career to gain hands-on exposure within a busy FMCG environment.
Working closely with the Purchasing Manager and wider operations team, you'll support the sourcing of raw materials and packaging while helping ensure production runs smoothly across day-to-day activity and new product launches.
This role would suit someone organised, proactive, and eager to develop within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Source and purchase materials in line with production requirements
Raise and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently
Support sourcing activities and supplier evaluations
Maintain supplier databases, records, and purchasing information
Assist with cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives
Work collaboratively with operations, production, and supply chain teams
Support new product launches and ongoing production activity
Provide day-to-day support to the Purchasing ManagerWhat We're Looking For
Some experience within a buying, purchasing, or supply chain role would be ideal
Strong organisational and time management skills
Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Good communication skills and willingness to learn
Proactive attitude with strong attention to detail
Interest in procurement, purchasing, or supply chainAdditional Information
Onsite role, Monday to Friday
Initial training hours 08:30-16:30
Longer-term flexibility around start/finish times between 07:00-17:00
Brand new position due to growth
Supportive team environment with strong exposure across procurement and operationsBenefits
22 days holiday increasing to 24 after 2 years + bank holidays + birthday off
Pension (3% employee / 5% employer)Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing FMCG business investing heavily into its manufacturing and supply chain operations. You'll gain broad exposure across purchasing and operations, work within a supportive team, and have genuine opportunity to develop your career within procurement and supply chain