Buyer

Team Jobs - Commercial; England; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Buyer to oversee the procurement process, ensuring efficient supply of materials and services. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, negotiating costs, and driving improvements. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary of £30,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role, ideally within manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills required.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement cycle from order placement to delivery.
• Source cost-effective materials for manufacturing.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Supplier relationship management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Buyer

Location: Poole, Dorset
Salary: £30,000
Hours: Full-time, permanent

Are you an experienced Buyer looking for your next opportunity? We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven professional to take ownership of end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring the smooth and cost-effective supply of materials and services that keep our operations running efficiently.

This role plays a key part in driving supplier performance, maintaining strong relationships, and identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvement.

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing the full procurement cycle - from order placement to material replenishment.
• Sourcing and selecting the most cost-effective materials to support manufacturing and operational needs.
• Creating, allocating, and amending Bills of Materials (BOMs) in line with company procedures.
• Liaising with suppliers to expedite orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Monitoring and analysing supplier performance against KPIs to ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Conducting supplier evaluations and performance reviews to drive improvements.
• Negotiating pricing, terms, and conditions to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
• Delivering measurable cost savings through improved pricing, payment terms, and logistics efficiencies.
• Managing supplier invoices, coding, and resolving any discrepancies promptly.
• Handling procurement of indirect goods and services such as office supplies, tools, and consumables.
• Creating and maintaining stock codes in line with internal systems and procedures.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the procurement function.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role, ideally within a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Confident working with suppliers to build long-term, value-driven relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with ERP/MRP systems.

Why you’ll love it here:

You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team where your contribution genuinely makes an impact. If you’re motivated by achieving great commercial results, improving processes, and building strong supplier partnerships, this is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career.

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