A client of ours in the Ipswich area are recruiting a Buyer to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working 37.5 hours Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm and Friday 8.00am - 1.00pm. Paying £35,000 - £40,000 per annum depending on experience. Key Duties include but are not limited to: Facilitate communication between the purchasing and production planning teams to ensure seamless coordination Evaluate and assess suppliers, request quotes, and negotiate lead times to ensure timely availability of required items. Process purchase orders through the MRP system. Maintain and update the purchase order processing list, ensuring that all orders are tracked and processed. Oversee goods inward processes, addressing any discrepancies, resolving issues promptly, and assisting the Finance Manager with supplier invoice queries. Monitor and manage stock requirements, updating stock records and inventory levels. Provide production teams with regular updates on priority items, availability of materials, and any changes to delivery timelines. Respond to email and telephone enquiries, providing information on products, spare parts, and service requirements. Proactively identify areas for improvement within purchasing. Manage ad-hoc projects as they arise.Skills and Experience required to be considered for this Buyer position: Previous Purchasing and Procurement experience Proficient in using Microsoft packages MRP exp...