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Job Title: Senior Buyer – Timber & Packaging
Location: Huddersfield
Contract: Full-time, Office-Based (5 days per week)
About the Role:
We’re working on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business to recruit a commercially Senior Buyer with experience in commodity product procurement. This is a standalone position, offering full ownership of a high-value procurement portfolio (c. £6–7 million in timber spend), reporting directly into the senior leadership team.
You’ll be responsible for managing supplier relationships, navigating commodity markets, and ensuring stock availability while identifying cost-saving opportunities. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives under pressure, and is confident introducing structure where needed.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the end-to-end procurement process
* Build strong supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and monitor supplier performance
* Analyse market trends and commodity pricing to inform buying strategy (short vs forward purchasing)
* Identify and deliver cost-efficiencies while ensuring supply continuity and quality
* Develop procurement policies, systems, and reporting tools where required
* Monitor and report on spend, performance, and potential risk areas
* Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to align procurement with business goals
* Oversee stock planning and purchasing schedules to match production demand
Candidate Profile:
* Proven procurement experience, ideally within a commodity-led environment
* Commercially minded, with confidence to make strategic purchasing decisions
* Able to work independently with full accountability for procurement function
* Strong communicator and confident negotiator
* Organised and process-driven, with a keen eye for detail and cost control
* Positive, collaborative approach with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
What Our Client Offers:
* A senior-level role in a stable, growing business
* Opportunity to take full ownership of procurement strategy
* Competitive salary of £45,000–£50,000
* Direct access to the senior leadership team and visibility across the business
* A supportive, down-to-earth working environment
How to Apply:
If you're a commercially driven procurement professional ready to take ownership in a standalone role, we’d love to hear from you.
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