Buyer

TN United Kingdom; Heywood; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in packaging distribution is seeking a skilled Buyer to join their procurement team in Heywood. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and uphold the company's procurement strategy. With a focus on professional development, the company invests in its employees through accredited training and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances and a contributory pension scheme. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing innovative packaging solutions and exceptional customer service.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Annual company-paid volunteering day

Employee discount scheme

Health options including dental cover

Long service awards

Financial support for eye tests

Candidate referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing supplier relationships and procurement processes.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of suppliers and ensure quality and service standards.
• Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to optimize costs and quality.

Skills

Supplier Management

Negotiation Skills

Statistical Analysis

Procurement Strategy

Education

CIPS Accreditation

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Buyer
Location: Heywood
Package: Basic salary up to £27,000 plus bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (Plus additional annual leave purchasing scheme)
Sector: Packaging distribution

The Company

We, the UK’s largest packaging distributor, have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Buyer to join our procurement team in Heywood. We are a committed equal opportunities employer that champions ‘dignity in the workplace’. Our focus is to provide customers with fully integrated and innovative packaging solutions, augmented by outstanding customer service. Our procurement function is a vital part of our offerings, and we continually invest in the professional development of our team, including CIPS accredited training.

The Buyer Role

Working as a member of our local procurement team, the Buyer will support the site at which you are based while upholding the company-wide national procurement strategy. This is an excellent opportunity, and your role will be instrumental in coordinating the management and development of the regional supplier base.

Buyer Key Duties

• Managing a large portfolio of new business and existing suppliers
• Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
• Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practice initiatives
• Managing performance of the supplier base
• Assisting with tender activity, product enquiries, and ad-hoc project work
• Purchasing standard and non-standard stock items
• Carrying out supplier benchmarking activities
• Reporting and statistical analysis
• Upholding procurement strategy
• Maximising profitability and minimising risk to the business
• Undertaking stock control and administration activities

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) plus all public/bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme (run annually)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free parking at most site locations
• Annual company-paid volunteering day
• Range of company cars or cash allowance (including hybrid/electric) for qualifying roles
• Employee assistance program for well-being and support
• Extensive training, development, and progression opportunities
• Employee discount scheme on major retail/leisure brands
• Health options including Simply Health/Dental Cover or BUPA for qualifying roles
• Enhanced HR policies on employee rights and entitlements
• Long service awards (5-40 years)
• Charitable giving options
• Financial support for eye tests and glasses (DSE users)
• Candidate referral scheme (awards £750 for successful referrals)