Buyer / Expediter

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Leeds seeks a Buyer/Expeditor to manage procurement and delivery across complex projects. The role involves negotiating supplier agreements, ensuring timely procurement, and collaborating with internal stakeholders. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and expertise, while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Company-wide bonus scheme

33 days of annual leave

Defined pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Shopping and lifestyle discounts

Opportunity for Costco membership

Discounted personal car leasing

Continuous learning and development

Free onsite parking with electric charging

24/7 onsite gym

Canteen with hot and cold food

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a purchasing or supply chain role, preferably in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with solid negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Confident communicator able to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Managing the full procurement cycle from requisition to delivery.
• Working closely with suppliers to secure timelines and pricing.
• Keeping SAP system accurate with live delivery data.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Detail-oriented

Communication

Organizational

Education

Experience in purchasing or supply chain

Tools

SAP

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

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.

About us

Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2024, our 13'500 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.5 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com

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