Buyer

BMR Solutions; Pilning; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing firm in Severn Beach, Bristol is seeking an experienced Buyer for a 6-month contract. You will manage the purchasing process, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure on-time delivery in collaboration with production teams. The ideal candidate should have a CIPS Level 4 qualification and experience with MRP/ERP systems. This role offers up to £20 per hour, along with 25 days holiday and bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Bank holidays

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within engineering/manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers.
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full purchasing process including order placement and supplier management.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to meet delivery schedules.
• Resolve supplier or invoice queries efficiently.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Communication skills

Education

CIPS Level 4 or equivalent

Tools

JD Edwards E1

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Buyer

Severn Beach, Bristol

Upto £20ph + 25 days holiday + bank holidays, early Friday finish

6 month contract

BMR Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing business based in Severn Beach, Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you will be responsible for managing the full purchasing process — from placing and expediting orders through to supplier management and issue resolution. You will be instrumental in ensuring production schedules are met through effective procurement planning and communication.

Key Responsibilities

* Place and expedite purchase orders in line with MRP demand.

* Negotiate lead times, pricing, and quality with approved suppliers.

* Maintain accurate MRP data and resolve supplier or invoice queries.

* Support commodity strategy improvements to reduce cost and risk.

* Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills & Experience

* CIPS Level 4 or equivalent purchasing qualification (or qualified by experience).

* MRP/ERP experience - ideally JD Edwards E1, SAP, or Oracle.

* Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.

* Proven background in engineering/manufacturing procurement.

Our client is a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation supplying innovative solutions to high-tech industries worldwide. Their products play a crucial role in applications ranging from medical devices and diagnostics to electric vehicles and advanced computing.

About BMR Solutions:

BMR Solutions operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency. We specialise in recruiting skilled engineers and manufacturing professionals across the Southwest.

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