Buyer

Hunter Selection Limited; Newport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Group Pension Scheme

Group Healthcare scheme

Comprehensive training & development

Job summary

Hunter Selection Limited is seeking a commercially astute Buyer to join a fast-paced manufacturing team in Newport. You will select suppliers, negotiate prices, and manage cost-effective sourcing for materials and services.

The role emphasizes cost analysis, market trend monitoring, and timely procurement decisions. Offering £35,000–£40,000 per year, the permanent, full-time position includes 25 days holiday, pension and healthcare, plus a comprehensive training and development plan.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as Buyer/Purchaser in manufacturing.
• Commercially astute with ability to meet deadlines.
• HNC level qualification; CIPS certification would be a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, negotiate and report supplier price changes, and monitor market trends for cost savings.
• Select new and alternative sources of supply for materials and services.
• Forecast market trends and ensure purchase requisitions reflect supplier lead times.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Cost analysis

Vendor management

Education

HNC

CIPS certification (bonus)

Job description

£35,000 to £40,000 per year, Comprehensive benefits package

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

13/11/2026

About this job

Buyer Newport 2 7280 / 900 £ 35,000 - £40,000 & Comprehensive Benefits package

• £35,000 - £40,000
• 25 days holiday
• Group Pension Scheme
• Group Healthcare scheme
• Comprehensive training & development plan

Part of a successful international organization, this high-tech manufacturer has developed an enviable reputation for product quality and innovation.

They are looking to recruit a commercially astute Buyer to work on a variety of projects within this fast paced and dynamic team focused environment.

Position Overview

• You will work in a team based environment and be responsible for selecting suppliers and negotiating prices for materials and services required, in the most cost effective and efficient manner.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze, negotiate and report supplier price changes, whilst evaluating market trends to develop new services and creating cost savings.
• Select new and alternative sources of the supply of materials and services.
• Forecasting market trends affecting material and service availability whilst ensuring all purchase requisitions and programmes are correct and reflect the current supplier's lead times.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• At least 2 years' experience working as a Buyer / Purchaser within a manufacturing environment
• Commercially astute with an ability to work to tight deadlines
• Qualified to at least HNC level, CIPS certified would be an added bonus.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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