A well-established medium sized engineering business with a long history and exciting plans for business growth. We are looking to strengthen our team and appoint a Buyer. The Buyer will be based at our manufacturing site near Manchester Role and Responsibilities * Responsible for purchasing materials, consumables and services in a timely, cost effective manner while maintaining appropriate quality standards and specifications. * Source material and place orders for non inventory material and services. * Prepare and send purchase requisitions to suppliers to obtain the most competitive quote for raw material, consumables and services to contract requirements. Review quotations received. * Negotiate with supplier to ensure the most competitive price is paid for raw material, consumables and services. Negotiate long and short term supply agreements for all materials. * Day to day dealing with suppliers in order to develop relationships with key suppliers and build effective partnerships. * Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policy and terms and conditions. * Track purchasing activity to ensure goods are delivered on time. * Developing and implement purchasing strategies for products and services maintaining the approved supplier list. Ensure all valid supplier certification is maintained in line with ISO 9001 requirements. * Resolve material supply issues on an on-going basis involving internal and external resources. * Manage and maintain good orderly records both electronically and hard copies. * Regularly review purchase prices to maintain best buying practice. Skills and Experience required: * IT skills * ISO 9001 * Purchasing and negotiating skills * Company systems * Budgetary Skills The Buyer role requires a candidate with energy, an enthusiastic approach and a can-do attitude who can work well within a team