Buyer / Expediter

Sulzer Services; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering company as a Buyer/Expeditor in Leeds. You will manage the procurement of components and services, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Your role involves negotiating supplier agreements and maintaining vital supplier relationships, making a direct impact on operational success while benefiting from excellent company perks.

Benefits

Company-wide bonus scheme

33 days of annual leave

Defined pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programmes

Discounts on everyday shopping

Onsite gym

Free secure onsite parking

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a purchasing or supply chain role.
• Strong commercial acumen with solid negotiation skills.
• Detail-focused and proactive in resolving delivery issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement cycle from requisition to delivery.
• Work closely with suppliers to secure timelines and pricing.
• Keep the SAP system accurate with live delivery data.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational Skills

Job description

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Buyer / Expediter - Full Time - Leeds, United Kingdom

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Join Sulzer, a renowned leader in fluid engineering, with a century-long tradition of excellence in pumps, agitators, compressors, and critical rotating equipment across varied industries. At our Pumps, Parts & Retrofit (PPR) division in Leeds, we are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Buyer / Expeditor to manage the procurement and timely delivery of components and services across complex projects.

Your Role

As a Buyer / Expeditor, you’ll be at the heart of our operations—working cross-functionally to ensure products and services are purchased on time, within budget, and to the required specification. From negotiating supplier agreements to tracking delivery progress, your work will have a direct impact on project performance, supplier relationships, and operational success.

Your Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Managing the full procurement cycle—from requisition to delivery
• Working closely with suppliers to secure timelines, pricing, and performance
• Keeping our SAP system accurate with live delivery data
• Driving supplier development and performance reviews
• Playing a key role in continuous improvement and cost recovery initiatives
  
  

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Need

• Proven experience in a purchasing or supply chain role (engineering/manufacturing environment preferred)
• Strong commercial acumen with solid negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Detail-focused, organised, and proactive in resolving delivery or quality issues
  
  

What We Offer You

• A competitive basic salary
• Inclusion in our company-wide bonus scheme
• 33 days of annual leave
• Defined pension contribution
• Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programmes
• Access to a wide range of discounts on everyday shopping, entertainment, and lifestyle
• Opportunity to apply for a Costco membership for exclusive offers
• Discounted personal car leasing available for you, your family, and friends
• Long Service Awards to celebrate employee longevity
• Continuous learning and development through Sulzer Learning Pathways
• Free, secure onsite parking, including electric charging facilities
• Onsite, multi-faith prayer room
  
  

Benefits

At Sulzer Leeds, we foster a vibrant work environment where your expertise and dedication are truly valued. Enjoy exciting perks and exclusive benefits, including:

• A lively Sport & Social Club with weekly and monthly prize draws, unforgettable outings, birthday surprises, and more
• 24/7 onsite gym to keep you energised
• Subsidised vending machines
• A canteen serving delicious hot and cold food
  
  

Please note: No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Kacie Humphries at [e-mail] Our team is looking forward hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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