Buyer / Up to £40k per annum / Permanent / Onsite / Crewe, Cheshire / VR35251 * Job: Buyer – Manufacturing / Engineering * Location: Crewe, Cheshire (onsite, permanent) * Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum Are you an experienced Buyer with a passion for fast-paced manufacturing? Do you thrive under pressure, managing multiple priorities and ensuring suppliers deliver on time? We are looking for a proactive Buyer / Expeditor to join a leading organisation in Crewe, supporting both day-to-day purchasing and long-term procurement strategy. The Role This role combines tactical purchasing with strategic buying, giving you scope to make a real impact on cost, quality, and supply chain performance. A major focus of the position is expediting — ensuring suppliers meet strict delivery dates and keeping production on track. Your responsibilities will include: * Raising, managing, and expediting purchase orders, with constant focus on delivery dates. * Working closely with suppliers to secure on-time deliveries and quickly resolve issues. * Interpreting MRP suggestions and manufacturing plans to place accurate, timely orders. * Reviewing drawings and diagrams for bespoke engineered products to ensure the correct materials and components are procured. * Forecasting and maintaining inventory levels to support production schedules. * Collaborating with manufacturing, warehouse, and stores teams to resolve discrepancies. * Supporting sourcing activities, cost-reduction projects, and category strategies. * Preparing clear reports on supplier performance, purchasing activity, and stock levels. About You We are seeking a passionate, can-do individual who thrives in a busy manufacturing environment. You will bring: * At least 2 years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, or expediting (manufacturing or engineering sector preferred). * Strong expediting skills — juggling priorities, chasing suppliers, and keeping tight control of delivery schedules. * Ability to interpret technical drawings and diagrams (advantageous). * Experience with ERP systems * Proficiency in Excel for forecasting, reporting, and data analysis. * Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the drive to go the extra mile to meet deadlines. What’s on Offer * Competitive salary of up to £40,000 per annum. * Permanent, full-time role based onsite in Crewe, Cheshire. * A chance to combine hands-on buying and expediting with strategic procurement. * Opportunity to work with bespoke engineered products in a dynamic environment. If you’re a Buyer who thrives on chasing down deadlines, building strong supplier relationships, and keeping production moving, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now! Job Reference: VR35251