Job Title Senior Buyer Manufacturing Location Stoke-on-Trent Salary £35,000 per annum Hours Monday to Thursday: 08:00 16:50 Friday: 08:00 12:10 Office Based About the Opportunity Bolt Technical are recruiting for an experienced Senior Buyer to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and fast-moving business where procurement plays a key role in operational success. Working closely with the Head of Supply Chain, youll support procurement activities across the full product lifecycle from estimation and NPI through to mass production and end-of-life management. The successful candidate will combine strong tactical purchasing capability with a proactive, strategic mindset. Youll be responsible for supplier management, cost reduction initiatives, negotiation activities, and improving overall supply chain performance while supporting a collaborative and driven procurement team. The business supplies into highly respected industries and projects, offering employees the opportunity to contribute within a dynamic environment where ideas and improvements can genuinely make an impact. Key Responsibilities Manage and execute purchasing activities across assigned product categories Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and service level agreements Support new product introduction (NPI) activities and supplier change management Lead supplier negotiations, cost-saving initiatives, and total cost reduction projects Manage supplier pricing, MOQs, lead times, and batch efficiencies Monitor and improve procurement KPI performance, including PPV savings, supplier delivery, inventory reduction, and overdue PO management Analyse and mitigate supply chain risks, shortages, and supplier constraints Work closely with internal stakeholders across supply chain, quality, and operations teams Drive continuous improvement within procurement processes and supplier performance What Theyre Looking For Experience within procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles Manufacturing sector experience is essential Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills Experience working with ERP/MRP systems Proven experience delivering cost-saving and PPV initiatives Strong commercial awareness and analytical mindset Proactive, driven, and solutions-focused attitude Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels Organised and able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment CIPS qualification (or working towards) is advantageous Full UK driving licence preferred Whats on Offer Competitive salary package Early finish every Friday 23 days holiday, increasing to 28 days with length of service Discretionary company sick pay scheme 4% employer pension contribution Group life assurance at 3x annual salary Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing business Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to make a visible impact within the supply chain function Long-term career development opportunities Additional Information By applying for this position, you confirm that you have read and understood our Data Privacy Statement and give Bolt Technical authorisation to hold your provided data. This vacancy is advertised by Bolt Technical, who are acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered in competition with others, and we aim to contact successful applicants within 5 working days.