Buyer

Search; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Buyer in Wakefield, offering a salary of £25,000 - £32,000 DOE plus bonus. The ideal candidate will manage procurement processes and supplier relationships while contributing to strategic sourcing decisions. Experience in procurement and strong negotiation skills are required. Join a growing team to improve efficiency and performance through tailored products in the technical solutions sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Confidence in managing supplier relationships and resolving issues.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to learn technical product details.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase products and services to meet business needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor stock levels and manage inventory.
• Research new suppliers and evaluate potential partnerships.
• Stay informed on market trends and product innovations.
• Collaborate with internal teams on procurement schedules.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Buyer - Wakefield
Salary: 25,000 - 32,000 DOE + Bonus

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a talent for negotiation and supplier management? We're looking for a Buyer to join a growing team in Wakefield, working within the technical solutions and industrial services sector—an industry that supports businesses in improving efficiency, safety, and performance through tailored products and expert support.

This role blends procurement with supplier relationship management, offering the chance to take ownership of purchasing processes while contributing to strategic sourcing decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase products and services to meet business needs, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms and securing competitive pricing.
• Monitor stock levels and manage inventory to avoid shortages or excess.
• Research new suppliers and evaluate potential partnerships.
• Stay informed on market trends, pricing fluctuations, and product innovations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand and plan procurement schedules.
• Receive full training to develop technical product knowledge and confidently manage purchasing decisions.

What You'll Need

• Experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Confidence in managing supplier relationships and resolving issues.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn technical product details.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.