Buyer

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Rochford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited is recruiting a Buyer to support procurement across multiple categories in a busy Essex operation. The role combines purchasing, supplier management, sourcing and commercial support to drive value and ensure best value for the business.

You will work with stakeholders to understand requirements, obtain quotations, monitor supplier performance and contribute to cost reductions and process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Buyer, Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management capabilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement across a variety of spend categories.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations to secure best value.
• Support supplier reviews and performance monitoring.
• Assist with contract renewals and commercial negotiations.
• Maintain supplier and purchasing records.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Support sourcing and tender activities where required.
• Produce reports and analysis to support purchasing decisions.
• Work with stakeholders to understand procurement needs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of purchasing processes and systems.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Buyer

Location: Essex

Salary: 40,000 - 45,000

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Buyer to join a busy and growing organisation, supporting the procurement of goods and services across multiple areas of the business.

This is a varied position that combines purchasing, supplier management, sourcing and commercial support. Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you'll help ensure products and services are sourced efficiently, suppliers deliver value, and commercial objectives are achieved.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buyer or Procurement professional looking to develop their career within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the procurement of goods and services across a variety of spend categories.
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Obtaining and evaluating quotations to secure best value.
• Supporting supplier reviews and performance monitoring activities.
• Assisting with contract renewals and commercial negotiations.
• Maintaining supplier and purchasing records.
• Identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Supporting sourcing and tender activities where required.
• Producing reports and analysis to support purchasing decisions.
• Working closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and procurement needs.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of purchasing processes and systems.

About You

We're looking for a commercially aware individual who can build strong relationships, challenge costs and drive value through effective purchasing practices.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience within a Buyer, Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain role.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management capabilities.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Desirable

• CIPS qualification or working towards CIPS accreditation.
• Experience using ERP, purchasing or finance systems.
• Exposure to supplier performance management and strategic sourcing activities.
• Experience working within manufacturing, engineering, logistics, distribution or service-based organisations.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation where you'll have genuine influence over supplier relationships, purchasing decisions and commercial performance. Working across a broad range of spend areas, you'll be trusted to identify opportunities, challenge costs and help drive value across the business.

You'll be joining a collaborative team environment that encourages continuous improvement and supports professional development, making this an ideal next step for an ambitious Buyer looking to broaden their experience and make a visible impact.

If you're a proactive procurement professional who enjoys building supplier relationships, negotiating commercial agreements and finding smarter ways of working, we'll love to hear from you. Based on your skills and experience, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career within a business that values commercial thinking, initiative and continuous improvement