Buyer

Hunter Selection; Corntown; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment consultancy is seeking a Buyer for their growing team in Corntown, Wales. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement within an engineering or manufacturing context. Responsibilities include managing suppliers, interpreting technical specifications, and leading cost negotiations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organization that values teamwork, innovation, and personal development during a period of exciting growth.

Benefits

Excellent training scheme

Pension

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer in engineering or manufacturing.
• Experience in the Steel Industry is a plus.
• Strong MRP systems understanding.

Responsibilities

• Review technical drawings and specifications for sourcing.
• Manage suppliers based on quality and reliability.
• Lead procurement to meet MRP demands.

Skills

Procurement processes

Supply chain management

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Benefits Package

• £35,000 - £40,000
• Progression available up the ladder.
• Extremely stable organisation.
• Excellent training scheme.
• Pension.

Our company has a dynamic work environment, they believe in teamwork and trust, they would like creative minds and are always looking for innovation and new ideas. They are currently experiencing exciting growth plans with work orders and projects growing at a rapid rate. The company is looking to recruit a Buyer for their growing team. The business supplies their products worldwide with globally reputable brand names and are currently going through a huge growth period which would make it an excellent time to be a part of this company.

Role & Responsibilities

• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate sourcing.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers based on capability, quality, delivery, and reliability.
• Manage day-to-day procurement activity to meet MRP demands and ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead price and contract negotiations to secure favourable terms, costs, and schedules.
• Create and manage purchase orders in line with company policies and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand project requirements and resolve queries efficiently.
• Drive cost-saving and supply chain optimisation initiatives to support business objectives.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Buyer within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience buying into the Steel Industry would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supply chain management, and MRP systems (ERP experience required).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices across the UK, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.