Buyer / Procurement Specialist / Manufacturing Buyer to join a manufacturer based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. The Buyer / Procurement Specialist / Manufacturing Buyer will be responsible for managing the end‑to‑end procurement of materials and engineered components required to support manufacturing operations. The successful Buyer / Procurement Specialist / Manufacturing Buyer will have proven experience in buying / purchasing within a manufacturing / engineering environment. Package £40,000 24 days plus bank holidays Pension – 5% Responsibilities You will contribute to the overall strategy for purchasing, supplier management and supply chain development managing the end‑to‑end procurement of materials and engineered components required to support manufacturing operations You will play a key role in the continuous improvement of our materials and purchasing processes Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability. Negotiate contracts and agreements Monitor vendor performance issues and corrective action management Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers Prepare daily and monthly procurement reports. Inventory control Using ERP system Analyse pricing trends and seek cost-effective solutions Liaise with various engineering departments Reporting to the Purchasing Manager Monday to Thursday: 07:00 – 16:15 (½ hour lunch break) & Friday: 07:00 – 12:00 Office based in Wellingborough, Northampton Requirements Previous experience in buying / purchasing within an engineering / manufacturing business. Previously been a Buyer / Procurement Specialist / Manufacturing Buyer or similar Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as INFOR ERPLN / SAP or similar inventory management software. CIPS qualified (level 4 upwards) or Degree in Supply Chain/Purchasing Commutable to Wellingborough, Northamptonshire