Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Brandon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their dynamic procurement team in Suffolk. This role is crucial for maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring production needs are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing within manufacturing or engineering, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to thrive under pressure. This position offers long-term career development opportunities, including support for CIPS qualification, making it an excellent choice for those looking to advance their careers in procurement.

Qualifications

• Proven purchasing experience in manufacturing or engineering sectors.
• Ability to work closely with engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining long-term supplier relationships.
• Sourcing and expediting purchase orders to meet production schedules.

Skills

Purchasing Experience

Collaboration Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Read Engineering Drawings

Teamwork Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Self-Motivated Attitude

Education

CIPS Qualification Support

Job description

Job Opportunity: Procurement Specialist

Join the procurement team of a successful manufacturing business based in Suffolk. This role involves shared responsibility for a specific commodity group and key suppliers, ensuring production needs are met and supply continuity is maintained.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Building and maintaining long-term supplier relationships
2. Sourcing, planning, and expediting purchase orders to meet production schedules
3. Resolving material quality, price, and supply issues
4. Contributing to cross-functional projects
5. Advising on issues that pose risks to the organization
6. Identifying opportunities for cost savings

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven purchasing experience in manufacturing, engineering, or automotive sectors
• Ability to work closely with engineering and production teams
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• High attention to detail
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively
• Positive, self-motivated attitude

Long-term career development opportunities are available, with support for CIPS qualification.