Buyer

Straight-Line Group Services Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical procurement firm is currently hiring a Buyer to support its operations in West Bromwich. This role requires expertise in managing the procurement cycle, including sourcing, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the chemical industry along with negotiation and analytical skills. A competitive salary of £30,000 to £35,000 is offered, alongside opportunities to develop supplier relationships and contribute to an efficient supply chain.

Qualifications

• Sufficient education in supply chain management, business, or a related technical field.
• In depth understanding of chemical industry and CIPS qualified.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Source, select, and purchase chemicals and related materials based on specifications.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement cycle from requisition to delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Contract management

Education

Education in supply chain management or related field

Tools

ERP / MRP systems (SAP / Oracle / Sage / MS Office)

Job description

Straight-Line are currently hiring a Buyer to join a team in West Bromwich.

This role requires a strong understanding of chemical trade, supply chains, market dynamics, and a proven ability to manage supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality material delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, select, and purchase chemicals and related materials based on technical specifications, quality standards, and delivery requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement cycle from requisition to purchase order placement and delivery tracking.
• Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality Control, and Logistics teams to forecast demand and ensure material availability to support production schedules.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve the best value while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Develop and maintain strong, mutually beneficial supplier relationships.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and audits, focusing on quality, delivery, compliance, and cost-effectiveness
• Identify and qualify new, reliable suppliers to mitigate supply risks and foster competition.
• Lead the import functions to deliver accurate, timely, and compliant operations
• Compliance Declarations to HRMC

Person Specification

• Sufficient education in supply chain management, business, or a related technical field
• In depth understanding of chemical industry and CIPS qualified
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills are required
• Proficience in ERP / MRP systems (SAP / Oracle / Sage / MS Office)

Salary - £30,000 to 35,000

If this sounds of interest, please apply now! Alternatively, if you have any further questions, call us on (phone number removed).

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