Buyer

Stirling Warrington; Royal Leamington Spa; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Buyer in Leamington Spa. This hybrid role involves managing end-to-end procurement activities, developing cost reduction strategies, and supporting new product introductions. Candidates should have strong experience in manufacturing procurement, an MCIPS or CIPS Level 4 qualification, and excellent analytical and negotiation skills. The position offers a salary of up to £40,000 and various benefits including holidays and a pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual company bonus

Pension plan

Life assurance

Company sick pay

Staff discounts

Career progression

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in manufacturing procurement, particularly with electrical, gas, and raw material components.
• Proven ability in commodity management, supplier negotiation, and contract management.
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activity, ensuring timely supply of materials.
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Procurement management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

MCIPS or CIPS Level 4 qualification

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Buyer. Location: Leamington Spa (Hybrid - 1 day per week remote). Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum. Hours: 39 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 7:30-16:30, Fri 7:30-12:30). Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, annual company bonus, pension plan and life assurance, company sick pay, staff discounts and product benefits, career progression and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activity, ensuring the timely supply of materials and components to meet production requirements.
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies and supplier improvement plans.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, ensuring sourcing aligns with quality, cost, and lead time objectives.
• Review and negotiate supplier contracts, service-level agreements, and performance KPIs.
• Manage supplier relationships strategically, identifying opportunities for innovation and process improvement.
• Oversee material flow and inventory control, reducing obsolete stock and optimising efficiency.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and maintain accurate pricing data within procurement systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and production teams to address supply challenges.
• Ensure compliance with ethical sourcing and sustainability standards.

Buyer Experience / Qualifications

• MCIPS or CIPS Level 4 qualification (or working toward).
• Strong experience in manufacturing procurement, particularly with electrical, gas, and raw material components (e.g., stainless or mild steel).
• Proven ability in commodity management, supplier negotiation, and contract management.
• Solid understanding of MRP systems and supply chain processes.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

For more information on the Buyer role, contact Ewan at Stirling Warrington.