Buyer

Reevr; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering manufacturer in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a proactive Buyer to manage purchasing activities. The role involves raising purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, and conducting supplier reviews. Ideal candidates will have experience in engineering or manufacturing, along with strong organizational skills. This position offers flexible working hours and an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Enhanced pension

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Proficient in raising and managing purchase orders.
• Ability to analyze bids and recommend suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders for goods, materials, and services.
• Ensure on-time delivery and negotiate best value with suppliers.
• Run RFQs and analyze bids.
• Resolve purchasing issues and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Buyer – Engineering & Manufacturing
Leighton Buzzard £40,000–£43,000 Flexible Hours Enhanced Pension DIS

A growing engineering manufacturer in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a proactive Buyer to join their purchasing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and building strong supplier relationships, all while benefiting from flexible working hours and an excellent benefits package.

What you’ll be doing as the appointed Buyer:

• Raising and managing purchase orders for goods, materials, and services
• Ensuring on-time delivery and negotiating best value with suppliers
• Running RFQs, analysing bids, and recommending suppliers
• Resolving purchasing issues and supporting continuous improvement
• Managing custom commodities and understanding supplier capabilities
• Monitoring market trends to minimise cost and supply risk
• Conducting supplier reviews and maintaining strong vendor relationships
• Keeping purchasing data accurate and up to date
• Maintaining departmental KPIs and ensuring compliance with processes

If you’re an organised, confident Buyer with experience in engineering or manufacturing, and you want a role where you can truly make an impact—this could be the ideal next step.