Buyer

Atplas; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in water infrastructure is looking for a proactive Buyer in Bridgend. You will negotiate supply contracts, manage procurement, and drive cost savings. Ideal candidates have strong supplier management, analytical skills, and experience in high-volume manufacturing. Attractive benefits and career progression opportunities await.

Benefits

Competitive salary + benefits

Career progression opportunities

Focus on innovation and sustainability

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate cost-effective supply contracts.
• Monitor and improve supplier performance.
• Manage direct and indirect procurement.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

Dynamics 365

SAP

NAV

Job description

Overview

Buyer - Bridgend

Full-time | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you a proactive and tenacious Buyer with a passion for driving cost savings, supplier performance, and supply chain excellence? Join our team in Bridgend and play a key role in ensuring the smooth sourcing and supply of critical goods and services.

About Atplas (Atlantic Plastics)

Atplas (Atlantic Plastics) is a market leader in the design, manufacture and supply of water meter boxes and service fittings to the UK Water Industry. Through our trusted brands - Atplas, Ebco and Talbot - we deliver innovative solutions connecting people to clean water across the UK and worldwide. As part of the global AVK Group, we combine local expertise with international strength to support vital water infrastructure.

The Role

• Negotiate cost-effective supply contracts and service level agreements
• Monitor and improve supplier performance against agreed targets
• Manage direct and indirect procurement (UK and overseas) to ensure continuity of supply
• Collaborate with planning to align material forecasts with demand
• Optimise inventory levels while minimising risk of stockouts
• Report on key KPIs including cost savings, supplier performance and stock levels
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives year on year

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience as a Buyer in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Dynamics 365, NAV, SAP or similar)
• Highly analytical, numerical and detail-oriented
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + benefits
• Career progression opportunities within the AVK Group
• Be part of a global organisation with a strong local presence
• Work in an environment focused on innovation, reliability and sustainability

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us shape the future of water infrastructure.

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