Buyer

Orion Electrotech; Hereford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Buyer for a role in Hereford. You will manage procurement operations, support internal teams, and ensure data accuracy. Ideal candidates have 4+ years in purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and experience with SAP. This full-time position offers a structured Monday-Friday schedule, with a focus on maintaining inventory levels and ensuring best value in purchasing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Experience with SAP and MRP systems.
• Ability to stay composed and effective under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials for manufacturing plant.
• Manage MRP and action order requirements.
• Raise purchase orders and process requisitions.
• Resolve invoice and non-conformance queries.
• Maintain inventory levels.
• Ensure best value in purchasing goods and services.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

High attention to detail

Collaborative mindset

Education

Qualifications in procurement or supply chain

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Job description

Buyer

Location: Hereford

Orion are looking for a proactive and detail-driven Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and remains calm under pressure. You'll play a key role in managing procurement operations, supporting internal teams, and ensuring data accuracy across systems.

Buyer responsibilities:

• Purchase raw materials for manufacturing plant
• Manage MRP and action order requirements
• Raise purchase orders and process requisitions
• Resolve invoice and non-conformance queries with Finance and Quality teams
• Maintain inventory levels
• Maintain accurate supplier/product data in SAP
• Monitor pricing, support PPV, and contribute to internal/global reporting
• Ensure best value in purchasing goods and services
• General admin and filing, adhering to ISO procedures

Buyer Experience:

• 4 years' experience in procurement or purchasing
• Qualifications in procurement, supply chain etc. would be beneficial
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Experience with SAP and MRP systems
• High attention to detail and a collaborative mindset
• Ability to stay composed and effective under pressure

Buyer Shifts: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 17:30

If you like the look of this Buyer role then click and apply or if you would like further information please contact Katie Maisey at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury