Buyer - Aluminium and Tubes

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company within the metals sector is seeking a Strategic Buyer to manage international suppliers and drive procurement strategies. This hybrid role is an excellent opportunity to influence sourcing, cost savings, and supplier performance in a global supply chain environment. Candidates should possess robust experience in procurement and supplier engagement, ideally within the metals or manufacturing industries.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in supply chain, procurement, or buying.
• Experience in metals or manufacturing industry preferred.
• Comfortable in complex, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic sourcing and supplier relationships.
• Lead demand management and procurement processes.
• Contribute to cost-saving programs and supplier performance.

Skills

Supplier Management

Procurement

Contract Negotiation

Cost Saving Programs

SAP

Tools

ERP Systems

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Buyer - Aluminium and Tubes, preston, lancashire

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preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Strategic Buyer – Aluminium / Metals | Global Supply Chain

Location: Filton, Bristol (Hybrid)

Our client is seeking a Strategic Buyer with solid experience in supply chain, procurement, or buying, ideally within the metals or manufacturing industry. This role is focused on managing international suppliers and delivering material strategies, especially around aluminium and extrusions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage strategic sourcing and supplier relationships for aluminium and metal commodities.
• Lead the end-to-end demand management and procurement process (ConBid).
• Coordinate supplier selection, tendering, contract negotiations, and reviews.
• Contribute to cost-saving programs and support supplier performance improvement plans.
• Ensure accurate contract change management and data alignment in systems (e.g., SAP).
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier capability, contracts, and market conditions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders.
• Experience in buying, supply chain, or procurement, ideally in metals or industrial sectors.
• Strong understanding of material specs and technical requirements, especially aluminium.
• Comfortable working in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficient in SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
• Skilled in contract management, negotiation, and supplier engagement.
• Exposure to international supply base and cross-cultural working practices.

Great opportunity to be part of a global supply team where you’ll have real impact on sourcing strategies, cost savings, and supplier performance in a technically challenging area.

If you're interested we’d love to connect, please feel free to send your most recent CV to my email at [emailprotected]