Buyer

The Company: This is an opportunity to join a well-established and growing business operating within a fast-paced, operationally focused environment. The organisation supports a complex supply chain with both domestic and international reach and is continuing to invest in strengthening its procurement capability. The procurement function plays a key role in ensuring continuity of supply, managing supplier performance, and supporting the wider operations team to deliver against customer demand. This role sits within a collaborative team environment, working closely with planning, production and logistics. The Role: Reporting into the Head of Procurement and Planning, the Buyer will take responsibility for the day-to-day purchasing of materials and services in line with business requirements. Key responsibilities include: • Raising and managing purchase orders in line with demand and production requirements • Managing supplier delivery schedules to ensure on-time delivery and continuity of supply • Maintaining accurate system data including lead times, pricing and order confirmations within ERP systems • Building and maintaining effective supplier relationships to support operational performance • Supporting negotiations to improve cost, service levels and commercial terms • Monitoring supplier performance (OTIF, quality, lead times) and escalating issues where required • Working closely with internal teams including Planning, Production and Logistics to align supply with demand • Identifying and mitigating supply risks, expediting orders where necessary • Contributing to cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives within procurement • Ensuring compliance with internal policies and maintaining accurate procurement data This is a hands-on role suited to someone comfortable operating in a busy environment where priorities can shift and responsiveness is important. The Person: Candidates will ideally bring prior experience in a procurement or supply chain role within a manufacturing or operational setting. Key requirements include: • Experience in a Buyer or similar procurement role • Exposure to working with international suppliers • Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing ongoing performance • Understanding of supply chain risks and how to mitigate them • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities • Confidence working with ERP/MRP systems and maintaining accurate data • Commercial awareness and a practical, solutions-focused approach • Ability to communicate effectively with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers A degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business or a related discipline and/or CIPS (or equivalent) would be beneficial but is not essential.