Buyer - Aluminium and Tubes

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement and supply institute in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage strategic aluminium suppliers and ensure timely delivery of projects. The role involves leading procurement processes, supplier selection, and contract negotiation while contributing to cost improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in supply chain management, particularly in large-scale manufacturing or aerospace sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in buying or supply chain management within large-scale manufacturing or aerospace sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of aluminium, metals, and material specifications.
• Experience working with international suppliers and managing complex stakeholder environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic aluminium suppliers and lead end-to-end procurement processes.
• Deliver MFT projects on time, cost, and quality targets.
• Lead supplier selection through tender processes and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Experience in buying or supply chain management

Technical knowledge of aluminium and metals

Proficiency in SAP

Ability to interpret technical specifications

Supplier performance management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Buyer - Aluminium and Tubes

Location: Filton (Hybrid - approx. 60% onsite after initial onboarding)
Contract: Until 30/06/2026 (with strong likelihood of extension)
Clearance: BPSS+ clearance completed by the client
Rate: £38.74 per hour Umbrella / £28.95 per hour PAYE
Hours: 35 hours per week (4.5 days, flexible between 7am - 7pm)

About the Role

Our Client is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage strategic aluminium (extrusions and tubes) suppliers and deliver projects within a multi-functional team (MFT) environment. This role is critical to ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality delivery of procurement projects, while supporting the deployment of commodity strategies and cost improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage strategic aluminium suppliers and lead end-to-end procurement processes.
• Deliver MFT projects on time, cost, and quality targets.
• Oversee the Aluminium ConBid process, including demand monitoring and allocation optimization.
• Lead supplier selection through tender processes and negotiate contracts.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and support development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and internal systems (SAP).
• Contribute to cost improvement programs and risk mitigation strategies.
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Experience

• Proven experience in buying or supply chain management within large‑scale manufacturing or aerospace sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of aluminium, metals, and material specifications.
• Experience working with international suppliers and managing complex stakeholder environments.
• Proficiency in SAP and contract management.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and drive supplier performance.

If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no‑obligation conversation please contact me on 07732 694 243 or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan