Buyer

CDM Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Buyer in Newcastle Upon Tyne, responsible for managing procurement activities and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have significant procurement experience and expertise in the tendering process, ensuring compliance and value creation across operations.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of the tendering process.
• Proven ability to interpret terms and conditions of contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full procurement process.
• Oversee tendering from documentation to contract awards.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.

Skills

Tendering process

Procurement best practices

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Procurement

CIPS qualification

Job description

Job Title: Buyer
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary: GBP34,000 GBP35,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Flexible start and finish times)

Join Our Team
We are seeking an experienced and driven Buyer to take ownership of site procurement activities for our client in Newcastle Upon Tyne. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated procurement professional to play a key role in managing our supplier relationships and ensuring the seamless acquisition of contractors and consumables.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the full procurement process on site, including sourcing and onboarding of contractors and consumables.
• Oversee and execute the tendering process from drafting tender documentation to evaluating bids and awarding contracts.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, with the ability to confidently review and interpret contractual terms and conditions.
• Drive cost efficiency and value creation across procurement activities.
• Collaborate closely with operations, finance, and site teams to meet procurement and operational goals.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of the tendering process and procurement best practices.
• Proven ability to read and interpret terms and conditions of contracts.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline (e.g., Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration).
• CIPS qualification is desirable.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of GBP34,000 GBP35,000
• 37.5-hour work week with flexible start and finish times
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for further training and development

Apply Today
If you re ready to bring your procurement expertise to a company that values proactive thinking and operational excellence, we d love to hear from you.