Buyer

Stem Recruitment; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-Day Working Week

Private healthcare after 2 years

Generous holiday entitlement

Easy commute from Glasgow/Paisley

Job summary

STEM Recruitment Solutions partners with a leading manufacturer in Clydebank to appoint an experienced Buyer. You will manage stock and project procurement, work with engineering, stores and finance to secure timely deliveries, reduce costs and maintain stock accuracy using the ERP system Sage 200.

This on-site role offers a four-day working week, a 38-hour week, and a salary up to £38,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Technical buying experience in engineering/manufacturing is essential.
• Sage 200 Accounts or similar ERP system knowledge is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with suppliers.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Desirable: Electrical Switchgear or Electrical Manufacturing experience.
• Desirable: CIPS qualification.

Responsibilities

• Process stock and project orders using requisition software and BOMs.
• Source quotes, place orders, chase lead times, and negotiate to reduce costs and lead times.
• Collaborate with stores, run expediting and stock accuracy using Sage 200 ERP.
• Maintain supplier relationships and identify new suppliers.
• Attend meetings to provide procurement updates and assist accounts with queries.
• Provide daily admin tasks (filing, scanning, archiving).

Skills

Technical procurement

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Electrical industry knowledge

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

Sage 200

ERP system

Job description

Location: Clydebank (Excellent transport links via the Erskine Bridge and the new Renfrew Bridge)

Salary: Up to £38,000 (Depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent 38 hours per week

Hours: Monday Thursday, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM (Enjoy a 3-day weekend, every weekend!)

Work Model: On-site / Factory-based

About the Opportunity

STEM Recruitment Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer based in Clydebank to source an experienced Buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional from the engineering or manufacturing sector who is looking to progress their career within a growing, forward-thinking business.

Operating under fresh, dynamic shop-floor leadership, our client offers a modern working structure, including a highly sought-after four-day working week to ensure an excellent work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

As a Buyer, you will manage a mix of stock and project procurement, working closely with engineering, stores, and finance departments. Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Order Processing: Processing stock and project orders utilizing electronic requisition software and Bills of Materials (BOM) provided by the engineering team.
• Supplier Management: Sourcing quotes, placing orders, chasing lead times, and negotiating to reduce costs and lead times wherever possible.
• Inventory Control: Collaborating daily with the stores team, running expediting and stock shortfall reports, and maintaining stock accuracy using the ERP system (Sage 200).
• Relationship Building: Maintaining strong relationships with the existing supplier network while actively identifying new supplier opportunities.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Attending weekly and monthly meetings to provide accurate procurement updates on project lead times; working closely with the accounts team to swiftly resolve supplier queries.
• Ad-hoc Administration: Assisting with daily admin tasks such as filing, scanning, and archiving.

Skills and Experience Required

• Technical Procurement: Proven experience working in a technical buying role within the engineering or manufacturing sector is essential.
• Systems: A strong working knowledge of Sage 200 Accounts (or a similar ERP system) is essential.
• IT Literacy: High competency in the Microsoft Office package, particularly Excel.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven track record of effectively managing and negotiating with suppliers.
• Attributes: High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight project deadlines.
• Industry Knowledge (Desirable): Previous experience or knowledge of Electrical Switchgear or Electrical Manufacturing is highly advantageous.
• Qualifications (Desirable): A CIPS qualification at any level is preferred but not essential.

What s on Offer?

Our client values loyalty and hard work, offering a robust benefits package that includes:

• A Four-Day Working Week: Say goodbye to the Friday rush - enjoy a long weekend every single week.
• Healthcare: Eligibility to join the company s private healthcare plan after 2 years of service.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Additional holiday entitlement rewarded for long service.
• Location & Accessibility: Situated in a prime Clydebank location with easy commute access points from Glasgow, Paisley, and surrounding areas.

(Please note: Due to the hands-on nature of this manufacturing role, remote or hybrid working may not be available.)