Straight-Line are currently hiring a Buyer to join a team in West Bromwich. This role requires a strong understanding of chemical trade, supply chains, market dynamics, and a proven ability to manage supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality material delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Source, select, and purchase chemicals and related materials based on technical specifications, quality standards, and delivery requirements. * Manage the end-to-end procurement cycle from requisition to purchase order placement and delivery tracking. * Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality Control, and Logistics teams to forecast demand and ensure material availability to support production schedules. * Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve the best value while maintaining high-quality standards. * Develop and maintain strong, mutually beneficial supplier relationships. * Conduct supplier performance reviews and audits, focusing on quality, delivery, compliance, and cost-effectiveness * Identify and qualify new, reliable suppliers to mitigate supply risks and foster competition. * Lead the import functions to deliver accurate, timely, and compliant operations * Compliance Declarations to HRMC Person Specification: * Sufficient education in supply chain management, business, or a related technical field * In depth understanding of chemical industry ...