Role: Buyer Type: Permanent Pay: £38,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00 – 17:15, Friday 8:00 – 12:00 Location: Walsall Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in manufacturing, looking for your next challenge? Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of new projects, we are looking to appoint a Buyer to manage new tenders through the supply chain from enquiry to production order launch. This is a fast-paced, commercially focused role requiring a proactive professional with strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence buying decisions to secure the best quality, cost, and delivery outcomes. Buyer Job Description Manage RFQs and new tenders from enquiry through to production order launch, ensuring right-first-time accuracy and deadline adherence. Build, develop, and manage supplier relationships while negotiating pricing, terms, rebates, and delivery agreements. Drive cost reduction initiatives, manage PPV, and challenge supplier price increases to protect margin. Monitor supplier performance to ensure minimum 99% OTIF and alignment with production and inventory requirements. Support day-to-day procurement activities, including overseeing a small team and engaging cross-functionally with Commercial and Production teams. Buyer Experience / Skills / Qualifications Minimum 4 years’ experience in a Buyer role within a manufacturing environment (not purchasing administration). Proven experience managing tenders, supplier selection, and end-to-end RFQ processes. Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated cost savings and commercial improvements. Proactive, highly organised, and confident managing multiple priorities and stakeholder relationships. Buyer Benefits Enhanced matched pension Health Cash Plan Death in service (1x annual salary) 25 days annual leave bank holidays your birthday off Career development and progression opportunities If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’