Cogent Staffing are seeking a skilled Buyer to join our clients purchasing team, reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing processes by effectively managing supplier relationships and procurement activities. Work Details & Salary * £30,000 - £32,000 * Monday to Friday * Full-time * Office based Key Responsibilities * Oversee and manage the MRPS to maintain production schedules, avoiding supply interruptions. * Negotiate the best acquisition costs for components and materials while ensuring quality and delivery performance. * Identify and recommend suppliers for both existing and new components to achieve cost reduction targets. * Coordinate the processing and progress of quotations with recommendations. * Make informed decisions using professional judgement within the parameters set by the Purchasing Manager. * Hold regular review meetings with key suppliers to address delivery and quality performance. * Monitor trends in critical commodity markets to aid in strategic supplier negotiations. * Draft purchasing contracts for new and existing suppliers. * Authorize supplier invoices and manage the order book effectively. * Develop consignment stock, Kanban, and direct line feed supply agreements. * Administer the Purchase Order system efficiently and cost-eff...