Buyer

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization in Shrewsbury is seeking a proactive Buyer to manage the procurement of electro-mechanical parts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will need at least 2 years of experience in procurement and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers regular working hours from Monday to Friday. Interested candidates can contact the recruitment team for more information.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in procurement within an engineering environment required.
• Experience in electro-mechanical purchasing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily procurement activities efficiently.
• Source competitive quotes and evaluate supplier options.
• Monitor delivery schedules and ensure material quality.
• Resolve pricing and delivery issue efficiently.
• Track deliveries to prevent production delays.
• Manage procurement documentation for traceability.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

High attention to detail

Ability to stay composed under pressure

Tools

MRP/ERP/SAP systems

Job description

Buyer

Location: Local to Shrewsbury area

Orion are looking for a proactive and detail‑driven Buyer who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and remains calm under pressure.

As Buyer you will be working part of a team with responsibility for buying a range of electro‑mechanical parts for production, this will include metal work electronics through to electrical items.

Buyer responsibilities

• Execute daily procurement activities with speed and accuracy to keep production lines running.
• Sources competitive quotes, evaluates supplier options, and raises purchase orders promptly.
• Monitors delivery schedules to prevent downtime and ensures materials meet strict quality and specification standards.
• Quickly resolves issues related to pricing, delivery delays, or product non‑conformance to maintain workflow continuity.
• Tracks and expedites deliveries, proactively following up with suppliers to avoid production delays.
• Organizes and manages procurement documentation, including purchase orders and project files, ensuring full traceability.

Buyer Experience

• 2 years' experience in procurement or purchasing within an engineering and manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Experience with MRP/ERP/SAP systems
• Electro‑mechanical purchasing experience
• High attention to detail and a collaborative mindset
• Ability to stay composed and effective under pressure

Buyer Shifts

Monday - Friday 8:30 - 17:30

If you like the look of this Buyer role then click and apply or if you would like further information please contact Katie Maisey at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury

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