Buyer - Raw Materials
Based in Halifax, West Yorkshire (fully office-based)
Weekly travel to Staffordshire site (pool car provided) so own driving license required
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00–4:30 (occasional flexibility needed)
£32,000 (up to)
Are you a Buyer with experience in raw materials purchasing looking for your next step? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where the products you help source genuinely change lives – giving you a true sense of pride and reward in your work.
We’re looking for someone with experience purchasing raw materials (foam, plastics, and upholstery ideal but not necessary), ready to step into a role with autonomy and ownership. You’ll be the sole Buyer for one manufacturing site, managing the full supplier relationship cycle from negotiation through to contracts.
This role is ideal for a Junior Buyer or Buying Coordinator ready to progress, or an experienced Buyer seeking a meaningful role with impact.
What you’ll be doing:
* Managing material requirements planning (MRP)
* Negotiating with suppliers to achieve best value and performance
* Running supplier reviews and drafting supplier contracts
* Sourcing and onboarding new suppliers
* Authorising invoices and ensuring cost targets are achieved
* Building strong, lasting supplier relationships
What we’re looking for:
* Proven experience purchasing raw materials (foam, plastics, upholstery preferred)
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
* Able to work in a fast-paced, pressurised environment while maintaining accuracy
* Someone who thrives with autonomy and takes ownership of results
Salary up to £32,000
This isn’t just a career move — it’s a chance to be part of something bigger.
Apply today and help shape products that really change lives.
charlotte.merritt@huntress.co.uk // 01132056400