Buyer
Location – Poole
Salary - up to £40,000 per annum
Hours – 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday
We’re looking for an experienced Buyer to join our client in Poole. The role will focus on purchasing raw materials at the best possible cost, maintaining supplier relationships, and managing stock across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, experience in procurement, and excellent attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase raw materials cost-effectively while ensuring supply security
Manage and evaluate suppliers in line with c-GMP standards
Negotiate terms and pricing to deliver annual savings
Process purchase orders accurately and on time
Monitor stock levels across sites and maintain minimum stock controls
Develop and maintain stock control procedures
Reconcile stock movements and production returns daily
Provide timely stock updates to management
Liaise with suppliers on lead times, deliveries, and issues
Skills & Experience
Proven experience in purchasing/procurement
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
ERP system knowledge (Winman desirable)
Good stock control and analytical abilities
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Excel and data tools
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Proactive, quality-focused, and adaptable
To apply, or for more information please contact Shannon on (phone number removed) or send your updated cv to (url removed)