Buyer
Salary: £32,000 - £37,000,
Location: Worcestershire, onsite
Manufacturing and Engineering
The Opportunity
We're looking for a proactive, commercially minded Buyer to join this well established Purchasing team and play a key role in keeping the manufacturing operation running smoothly. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll manage suppliers, control material availability, and work closely with internal stakeholders to support business performance.
If you enjoy problem-solving, supplier interaction, and making things happen on the ground, this role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact.
What You'll Be Doing
Managing day-to-day purchasing activity to ensure materials are available exactly when needed
Owning a defined supplier base, including MRP purchasing and safety stock replenishment
Handling indirect and ad-hoc purchases, quotations, and tender packages
Expediting orders and proactively resolving supply issues
Managing supplier performance, KPIs, and relationships to maximise value
Supporting quality issue resolution and invoice discrepancy queries
Attending and leading supplier meetings, including on-site visits
Preparing and analysing purchasing data to support decision-making
Collaborating closely with internal customers across the business
Supporting complex projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensuring compliance with ISO standards, company policies, and processes
What We're Looking For
Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role within a manufacturing or operational environment
Strong commercial awareness with confident negotiation skills
Experience managing suppliers and resolving issues under pressure
Good working knowledge of ERP systems
Solid Excel skills (with Word and PowerPoint)
CIPS qualification (desirable)
About You
Organised, adaptable, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities
Calm and effective in a fast-moving, demanding environment
A collaborative team player with a proactive mindset
Keen to identify improvements and contribute to departmental performance
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary of £32,000 - £37,000
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension Scheme
Varied Buyer role with genuine responsibility and influence
Close-knit team environment with strong internal collaboration
Early finish on Fridays for improved work-life balance
Opportunity to develop supplier relationships and commercial skills
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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