We’re hiring a Senior Buyer to join our growing team and take the lead in operational procurement activities.
What you’ll do:
Lead and support the day-to-day performance of the procurement team
Manage key suppliers across the full procurement lifecycle
Ensure accurate, up-to-date orderbooks aligned with business needs
Monitor procurement KPIs and implement corrective actions
Act as first point of escalation for procurement issues
Attend production meetings and align procurement with manufacturing needs
Provide coaching, development, and leadership to the team
Support reporting and strategic initiatives with the Supply Chain Manager
Assist with procurement tasks during peak workloads or holidays
What you’ll need:
Proven experience in procurement/supply chain (leadership preferred)
Strong supplier relationship and orderbook management skills
Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., IFS)
CIPS qualification (desirable)
Excellent communication and teamworking skills
Problem-solving mindset and ability to juggle priorities
Willingness to travel occasionally for supplier visits