Buyer

Search Consultancy LTD; Castleford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to join a growing team in Wakefield. This role involves procurement and supplier relationship management, requiring strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage inventory. The candidate should have experience in supply chain management and be proactive in learning technical product details. The role offers a salary range of £25,000 to £32,000 plus bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Confidence in managing supplier relationships and resolving issues.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase products and services to meet business needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor stock levels and manage inventory.
• Research new suppliers and evaluate potential partnerships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Buyer - Wakefield

Salary: £25,000 - £32,000 DOE + Bonus

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a talent for negotiation and supplier management? We're looking for a Buyer to join a growing team in Wakefield, working within the technical solutions and industrial services sector - an industry that supports businesses in improving efficiency, safety, and performance through tailored products and expert support.

This role blends procurement with supplier relationship management, offering the chance to take ownership of purchasing processes while contributing to strategic sourcing decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase products and services to meet business needs, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms and securing competitive pricing.
• Monitor stock levels and manage inventory to avoid shortages or excess.
• Research new suppliers and evaluate potential partnerships.
• Stay informed on market trends, pricing fluctuations, and product innovations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand and plan procurement schedules.
• Receive full training to develop technical product knowledge and confidently manage purchasing decisions.

What You'll Need

• Experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Confidence in managing supplier relationships and resolving issues.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn technical product details.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.