Contact - Mairead Douthart Buyer Mid Ulster - Permanent Due to continued business growth and the opening of a new factory, our client is recruiting for a newly createdBuyer position to join their expanding team in Mid Ulster. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a growing engineering business, taking ownership of purchasing activities and helping to ensure materials and components are sourced efficiently to support production demands. Whats on Offer: Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum Newly created role with opportunity to make an impact Join a growing company during an exciting expansion phase Office-based role in Mid Ulster Competitive salary package The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing suppliers, negotiating pricing, managing stock levels, reviewing contracts, and ensuring on-time delivery of materials while minimising shortages across the business. Experience purchasing steel or engineering-related materials would be highly beneficial. Key Responsibilities: Source and purchase trailer components, steel, and engineering materials Build and maintain strong supplier relationships Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supply agreements Monitor inventory levels and minimise shortages Review supplier performance and contracts Work closely with production and operations teams to meet deadlines Ensure purchasing activities are completed efficiently and accurately Essential Criteria: Minimum 2 years experience in buying, procurement, or supply chain within an engineering environment Experience or knowledge of engineering/manufacturing processes Strong negotiation and communication skills Excellent organisational and planning ability High attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement systems Experience using Sage Line 50 GCSE English & Maths Grade C or above (or equivalent) Ability to work independently and manage deadlines Flexibility to travel when required If this sounds like the next step in your career, wed love to hear from you! Even if you dont meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply we may have other suitable roles for you. Apply online, email or call Mairead on to find out more. Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer. Skills: Buyer ADZN1_NI