Buyer

Morgan Ryder; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the specialty chemicals sector seeks a Buyer for its procurement team in Greater Manchester. This role will involve sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships to ensure a continuous supply of raw materials for production. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in purchasing, particularly in the chemical sector, and will enjoy a competitive salary with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Pension plan

On-site parking

Opportunities for progression

Employee support schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience purchasing chemicals or raw materials.
• Understanding of global and local supply chains.
• Experience in the chemical manufacturing sector is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase a diverse range of chemicals and raw materials.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements.
• Ensure continuity of supply to meet production deadlines.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Management

Communication

Job description

A well-established manufacturer in the specialty chemicals industry is searching for a Buyer to join its growing procurement team.

With over five decades of market presence, this organisation is a trusted partner across Personal Care, Industrial, Energy, Agri, and Household sectors - delivering custom chemical solutions at scale. This role offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal part in the backbone of a leading UK manufacturer, helping secure the raw materials that keep innovation moving.

Key responsibilities of the Buyer will include:

1. Source and purchase a diverse range of chemicals and raw materials
2. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements
3. Build and manage strong supplier relationships
4. Ensure continuity of supply to meet production deadlines
5. Monitor market trends and proactively manage risks and opportunities
6. Work closely with operations and technical teams to align on material needs
7. Maintain strict compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards

You will have:

1. Proven experience purchasing chemicals or raw materials
2. Strong negotiation and contract management skills
3. Understanding of global and local supply chains
4. Confidence in using procurement platforms and systems
5. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
6. Experience in the chemical manufacturing sector is a significant advantage

On offer:

• A salary of up to £35,000
• Flexible working hours
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension plan
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for progression within a thriving business
• Employee support schemes

Interested? To apply, please follow the 'apply now' link to send your CV to Emma Brighouse at Morgan Ryder Associates.

At Morgan Ryder, we offer a full range of employment opportunities, from short-term and fixed-term temporary roles to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies in industries including: Food and Drink Manufacturing, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petrochemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment:

We value diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success as a DE&I positive company. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, or any other characteristic.

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