Operational Buyer – Permanent Role
Location: Clevedon (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Company: BMR Solutions Ltd (on behalf of our client)
BMR Solutions are recruiting an Operational Buyer for a leading engineering business in Clevedon. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment in a permanent position offering long-term career development and hybrid flexibility.
The role
You will take ownership of a supplier portfolio, ensuring strong supplier performance across delivery, cost, and quality while supporting production continuity and supply chain efficiency.
Key responsibilities
* Raise and manage purchase orders across multiple systems
* Act on MRP signals to expedite, defer, or cancel orders
* Issue RFQs, analyse supplier quotations, and support new part set-up
* Resolve supplier issues including delivery delays, quality concerns, and invoice queries
* Prevent material shortages and support uninterrupted production
* Identify cost-saving opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives
* Work closely with Engineering on obsolescence, concessions, and change control
* Support NPI, sourcing, and outsourcing activities
About you
* 2–3 years’ experience within procurement or buying
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
* Experience within manufacturing or engineering environments
* Confident using MRP/ERP systems
* CIPS Level 4 (or working towards) desirable
* Proactive, organised, and able to work independently
What’s on offer
* Salary up to £40,000 per annum
* Permanent position with long-term progression opportunities
* Hybrid working arrangement
* Opportunity to work within a cutting-edge engineering environment
Benefits
* Canteen
* Company events
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Clevedon