Buyer

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A British market leading manufacturer in Leicester is seeking a Buyer from a manufacturing or engineering background. The successful candidate will plan and procure materials while maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring cost-effective purchasing practices. The position offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £37,000 plus bonuses and benefits including early finish Fridays and enhanced holidays.

Benefits

OTD Bonus Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work

Enhanced Holidays

Early Finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing within a manufacturing or engineering sector.
• Ability to source and negotiate with suppliers.
• Knowledge of compliance with ISO9001 procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and procure materials for production to ensure timely delivery.
• Negotiate with suppliers for competitive pricing.
• Monitor supplier performance for quality and cost compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Cost reduction strategies

Education

CIPS Qualification or similar

Job description

Buyer

35,000 - 37,000 + OTD Bonus Scheme + Health Cash Plan + Cycle to Work + Enhanced Holidays + Early Finish Fridays

Leicester

Are you a Buyer from a manufacturing or engineering background, looking to join a long-established British market leading manufacturer with global reach, that offer a half-day Friday, and an OTD Bonus Scheme?

Join a growing British manufacturer with over 100 years of expertise in high-power electrical components. With a constant commitment to quality, innovation, and global reach, they have successfully navigated every economic challenge the last century to become the country's leading manufacturer of resistors and loadbanks.

This role will consist of planning and procuring materials to meet project requirements, ensuring on-time delivery. You will negotiate with suppliers, maintain strong supplier relationships, drive cost savings, and support continuous improvement within the procurement team, while reporting to the Purchasing Manager.

This position would suit a Buyer looking to join a national leader in the electrical engineering industry with global reach.

The Role

• Plan and procure materials for production, reducing inventory and ensuring cost-effective purchasing.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers, securing competitive pricing and reliable delivery.
• Identify new suppliers and negotiate terms, including volume rebates and discount structures.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term performance.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues relating to quality, delivery, and cost.
• Review engineering drawings and technical documentation to support procurement decisions.
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001 procedures and company policies.
• Monday to Thursday 07:30-16:15, Friday 07:30-12:30 (38 hours per week).

The Person

• Buyer with a background in manufacturing or engineering.
• Commutable to Leicester.
• CIPS Qualification or similar.

Reference: BBBH22705A

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will depend on experience, qualifications, and skill set.