Are you an experienced Buyer or Senior Buyer with knowledge of Purchasing within manufacturing environments?
Our client is an established manufacturing SME at the early stages of growing their current Purchasing team. They are looking for a strong Senior Buyer (Temporary) to join then for a 6 month FTC with the scope to extend or become permanent.
Paying up to £50,000, this is an excellent opportunity for someone immediately available (or available on short notice) to take responsibility for purchasing all raw and component materials, building relationships with new and existing suppliers, and monitoring stock levels.
This is a hands-on, operational Buying role with some strategic supplier identification and onboarding involved.
Job Description:
Responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring raw and finished materials to meet the company's material needs
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and cost-effectiveness
Analyse costs, negotiate pricing, and implement cost-saving initiatives to maximize profitability
Manage supplier contracts, including terms, conditions, and compliance, ensuring alignment with company policies and objectives
Continuously evaluate and optimize the supply chain to enhance efficiency and minimize risk
Work closely with internal stakeholders such as operations, and inventory management to ensure seamless procurement processes.
Identify potential ri...