Buyer

Escape; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Scotland is seeking a Buyer to join their Purchasing & Materials team. The ideal candidate will have experience in material purchasing, strong supplier negotiation skills, and a background in manufacturing. The role offers a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and attractive benefits, including 33 days holiday and early finish on Fridays.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Early Friday finish (12:30pm)

Support towards CIPS studies

Discretionary performance bonus

Life assurance & income protection

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Purchasing/Buyer role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in raw material purchasing and materials management.
• Proven supplier management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing and reviewing MRP to plan material purchasing.
• Negotiating prices and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Driving supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Material purchasing experience

Supplier negotiation skills

MRP systems proficiency

Job description

Overview

Escape Procurement & Supply Chain are working exclusively with an established manufacturer who is looking to appoint a Buyer to join their Purchasing & Materials team.

It is an exciting time to join the business as they are investing in a brand-new production area to increase capacity, with a strong order book already secured for the next 12 months and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Managing and reviewing MRP to plan material purchasing in line with production requirements
• Negotiating prices and delivery schedules with suppliers
• Developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships across the UK and Europe
• Driving supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery, quality and OTIF
• Maintaining optimal inventory levels to support production
• Collaborating with colleagues in engineering, production planning, and finance

What we\'re looking for

• Experience in a similar Purchasing/Buyer role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong background in raw material purchasing and materials management
• Confident using MRP systems
• Proven supplier management and negotiation skills
• Track record of delivering cost savings and added value through supplier negotiations
• A collaborative team player with strong self-motivation and work ethic

What’s on offer

• 33 days holiday
• Early Friday finish (12:30pm)
• Support towards CIPS studies
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Life assurance & income protection

This is an on-site role